Batyl Alcohol
A fatty glycerin ether. It softens skin and supports cream texture without drying. Well tolerated.
Evidence by route
Topical application
A functional emollient. Safe.
- CIR Cosmetic Ingredient Review safety assessment
How to read tiers A–F
- BLimited evidence. One RCT or several controlled studies with limitations
Tolerability and safety
- Irritation potential
- Low
- Allergen risk
- Low
- Pregnancy
- Safe
- Suitable for
- Normal, Dry, Combination, Oily, Sensitive
About this ingredient
Batyl alcohol (INCI: Batyl Alcohol) is a fatty ether of glycerol, found naturally in some fats. Despite the name, it does not behave like a drying alcohol: it acts as an emollient and as an aid to cream consistency. This is a functional component with emollient value. It softens skin, improves product texture and adds body to emulsions. It is not a treatment active, but it fills its emollient and structural role well and pleasantly to the touch. Applied topically it has no systemic relevance, so it can be used during pregnancy and breastfeeding. Tolerance is good, with low irritation potential and low allergy risk, suitable for sensitive skin. Its comedogenicity is very low, level 1, so it rarely causes trouble even on oil-prone skin. Unlike volatile alcohols, it does not dry; on the contrary, it leaves skin softer.
Frequently asked questions
Is Batyl Alcohol safe during pregnancy?
Batyl Alcohol is considered safe during pregnancy at typical cosmetic concentrations. Systemic absorption through the skin is minimal.
What skin types is Batyl Alcohol for?
Batyl Alcohol suits: normal, dry, combination, oily, sensitive.
What is Batyl Alcohol and what does it do in cosmetics?
A fatty glycerin ether.
Is Batyl Alcohol comedogenic?
On the Fulton scale 1/5 – very low comedogenicity. For acne-prone skin, a rating of 3 or higher suggests choosing an alternative.
What's the INCI name for Batyl Alcohol?
The INCI name is Batyl Alcohol.
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