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Batyl Alcohol
Batyl Alcohol is a fatty alcohol scientifically known as 1,2-Propanediol, 3-(octadecyloxy)-. It is derived primarily from natural sources such as shark liver oil and certain plant oils, though modern production often relies on plant-based feedstocks to meet vegan and sustainability preferences.
The compound gained attention in the mid-20th century when researchers noticed its skin-softening qualities in marine oils. Cosmetic chemists later isolated and refined it, finding that its structure makes it excellent at reinforcing the skin’s natural barrier. Today it is manufactured through controlled etherification of glycerol derivatives with long-chain fatty alcohols, followed by purification to cosmetic-grade standards.
You will most often see Batyl Alcohol in moisturizers, nourishing face masks, anti-aging creams, body lotions and targeted treatments aimed at repairing dry or compromised skin. Its stability and gentle profile also make it a popular choice in sensitive-skin formulas.
In formulations Batyl Alcohol offers several practical benefits to both the product and the end user:
Emulsion stabilising – Helps oil and water components stay evenly mixed so the cream or lotion keeps a smooth consistent texture throughout its shelf life.
Skin conditioning – Softens and smooths the skin surface by reinforcing the lipid layer which can reduce dryness and flaking.
Emollient – Adds immediate silky glide to a product creating a pleasant sensory feel while filling in microscopic gaps in the skin’s surface to enhance suppleness.
Batyl alcohol has surfactant-like properties, can stabilize the emulsion, also suitable for the configuration of liquid crystal cream. It can be used as a multi-purpose composite raw material composed of refined soybean phospholipid. The composite raw material has excellent skin affinity and anti-inflammatory properties, and has moisturizing, conditioning and nutritional effects on the skin.
Batyl Alcohol functions as an emulsion stabiliser, skin conditioner and emollient. Its ether-linked fatty chain helps keep water and oil phases blended, reinforces the skin’s lipid barrier for lasting softness and lends a smooth glide that improves overall product feel. Though it is not as famous as glycerin or squalane, formulators appreciate its gentle nature and the cushioned texture it gives to creams, serums and masks.
Current research and decades of cosmetic use point to a very low irritation profile, with only rare allergic reactions reported. Still, individual sensitivities vary so it is smart to patch test any new product containing Batyl Alcohol before full-face use to make sure your skin is happy.
Key Technical Parameters
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Appearance |
White powder |
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Assay |
≥97% |
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Melting point |
68.0℃-71.0℃ |
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Loss on drying |
≤0.5% |
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Ash |
≤0.5% |
Applications
● Anti-aging effect
● Emulsion stabiliser
● Skin conditioner and emollient
● Moisturizing effect
Advantages
● Softens and smoothes the skin
● Maintains skin in good condition
● Skin moisturizer
● Promotes the emulsification process and improves the stability
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