Barrier support ingredient
Myristoyl Methyl Beta-Alanine (Phytosteryl/Decyltetradecyl)
INCI: MYRISTOYL METHYL BETA-ALANINE (PHYTOSTERYL/DECYLTETRADECYL)
A complex amino acid ester of myristic acid and phytosterol/decyltetradecyl alcohol. Forms liquid crystalline structures similar to the skin's intercellular lipid matrix. A barrier-supportive ceramide analogue. Used in Ishizawa's urea eye cream.
Also known as: lauroyl lactylate related, phytosteryl myristoyl beta-alanine
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Benefits
- ✓Liquid crystal-forming — integrates into skin's lamellar structure
- ✓Barrier repair and moisture retention
- ✓Ceramide-like lamellar lipid
No known watch-fors.
Compatibility
✓ Works well with
+ Ceramide NP+ Hydrogenated Lecithin
