Tetradecyl/Hexadecyl C18-20 Hydroxyalkyl Acid
INCI: TETRADECYL/HEXADECYL C18-20 HYDROXYALKYL ACID
Reviewed by Kate · Last updated 18 Aug 2026
What Is Tetradecyl/Hexadecyl C18-20 Hydroxyalkyl Acid?
Tetradecyl/Hexadecyl C18-20 Hydroxyalkyl Acid (INCI: TETRADECYL/HEXADECYL C18-20 HYDROXYALKYL ACID) is a cosmetic ingredient listed in the EU CosIng inventory. 2-hexadecyl-3-hydroxyicosanoic acid.
Its declared cosmetic function is skin protecting.
Source: European Commission CosIng inventory.
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