Isopropyl Myristate
What is it?
Other names for Isopropyl Myristate:
Isopropyl myristate is used as an emollient in cosmetic and topical preparations when good absorption through the skin is desired.
How can I avoid it?
Skin contact with isopropyl myristate is required for it to cause a rash. Discontinuation of exposure to products containing isopropyl myristate should result in improvement and/or the resolution of your dermatitis. By law, all products made in the U.S. for topical use have the ingredients listed either on the product package or the box that contains them, so check the labeling of your skin care products for this ingredient. If there is not enough information, ask your pharmacist or retailer or contact the company directly. At work, request
a Safety Data Sheet (SDS) to help identify potential sources of exposure.
Uses:
- Skin Care Products / Cosmetics
- Aftershaves
- Antiperspirants / Deodorants
- Bath oil / Massage oil
- Flea and tick products for pets
- Hair sprays, gels, tonics, and lotions
- Make-ups
- Moisturizers
- Nail Polish Remover
- Oral hygiene - mouthwash
- Powders / Sprays
- Soaps / Cleansers
- Shampoos / Conditioners
- Sunscreens
- Topical medications, possibly including tar products
- Emulsifier and emollient / lubricant in topical OTC and prescription medications
- Fragrances
Other names for Isopropyl Myristate:
- IPM
- Isopropyl Tetradeconoate
- Tetradecanoic acid 1- methylethyl ester
- Isopropylis Myristas
- Isopropyl Myristas
- 1-Methylethyl Tetradecanoate
- Myristic acid Isopropyl ester
- 1-Methylethyl Ester Tetradecanoic acid
- 1-Methylethyl Tetradecanoate
- Isopropyl Ester Myristic acid
- Isopropyl Tetradecanoate
- Tetradecanoic acid
- 1-Methylethyl Ester
- Tetradecanoic acid
- 1Methylethyl Ester
- 1-Tridecanecarboxylic Acid
- Isopropyl Ester
- Bisomel
- Crodacol IPM
