Behenyl Alcohol
No meaningful concern for most people; irritation is possible but rare.
Also written as: Docosan-1-ol · C22 fatty alcohol
What it is
Behenyl alcohol is a 22-carbon fatty alcohol, typically produced from rapeseed or other vegetable oils. Its longer chain makes it harder and higher-melting than cetyl or stearyl alcohol, so it is used where a formulator wants a firm, powdery-soft cream rather than a soft one.
What it does well
Builds a firm, non-greasy cream texture
As a consistency factor it structures the oil phase, letting a formula feel substantial without adding shine.
Strong evidence
Where the EU stands
No specific restriction
No EU restriction on use or concentration in cosmetics.
Masks that contain Behenyl Alcohol
alverde Naturkosmetik
Gesichtsmaske Q10 mit Vitamin C
10th of 40 on the label
Avène
Cleanance Detox Mask
9th of 18 on the label
Beauty of Joseon
Ground Rice and Honey Glow Mask
22nd of 35 on the label
LA MER
Ultra Booster Premium Mask Effect
4th of 41 on the label
Sensai
Cellular Performance Extra Intensive Mask
7th of 44 on the label