Potassium Behenate

Potassium Behenate is a behenic acid derivative in which the fatty acid takes the form of a potassium salt. It's used in emulsions to strengthen stability, improve glide, and keep texture smooth and uniform in creams, lotions, and sticks.
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Ingredient Snapshot

Overview
An emulsifier that keeps lotions and creams smooth and stable.
Category
Emulsifying
Type
Emulsifier

Ingredient Ratings

Overall Rating

Good

Comedogenic Risk

None

Skin Benefits

Improves formula uniformity and gives products a cushioned, easy glide during application. Helps keep mixed oil-and-water systems from separating over time.

Uses In Skincare & Cosmetics

Common in creams, lotions, and stick formats like balms or deodorants where a consistent spread is desired.

Comedogenic Rating

This ingredient is not typically evaluated for comedogenicity, and no standardized rating is available.

Safety

Low irritation potential and unlikely to clog pores; sensitivities are rare. Suitable for both leave-on and rinse-off products.

Is Potassium Behenate a Good Ingredient?

Rated Good because it reliably stabilizes emulsions and improves slip, supporting consistent texture in formulas. It is an inert fatty-acid salt with a long record of cosmetic use.

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