Description
What is Myristic Acid?
Myristic Acid is a natural saturated fatty acid with 14 carbon atoms. It comes from plant oils such as coconut oil and palm kernel oil.
Cosmetic manufacturers use it as a key building block. It helps create stable emulsions, improves texture, and boosts cleansing performance in many personal care products.
Why Formulators Use Myristic Acid
- Rich and Stable Foam: When neutralized with a base, Myristic Acid produces dense, creamy lather. It performs well even in hard water, which is important for products made and used across Pakistan.
- Excellent Opacifier and Thickener: It gives creams, lotions, and cleansers a smooth white or creamy look. It also helps increase viscosity without needing heavy waxes.
- Strong Emulsifier: Myristic Acid blends oil and water phases effectively. It creates stable emulsions that stay mixed for a long time in creams and lotions.
- Improves Cleansing and Skin Feel: It adds cleansing power to shampoos and face washes while leaving a soft, non-greasy after-feel. It is widely accepted for daily-use products.
- Works Well With Other Ingredients: It pairs easily with stearic acid, palmitic acid, cocamidopropyl betaine, and common thickeners. It also works well in both soap-based and emulsion systems.
How to Use Myristic Acid in Your Formulations
Handling Note: Myristic Acid comes as solid white flakes. Warm it gently to 55 to 65 degrees Celsius until fully melted before weighing and blending. Add it to the oil phase or heat it together with surfactants. Do not overheat.
Extent of Use, By Type of Product:
| Product Type | Myristic Acid in Formula (by weight) |
| Shaving Cream / Foam | 8% to 15% |
| Facial Cleanser | 5% to 12% |
| Shampoo | 2% to 6% |
| Body Wash / Shower Gel | 3% to 8% |
| Creams and Lotions | 1% to 5% |
| Solid Soap Bars | 10% to 25% |
Target pH:
Most products work best at pH 5.5 to 7.0. For soap-based cleansers after neutralization, pH can be 8.0 to 10.0. Use citric acid or sodium hydroxide to adjust.
Formulation Build Order:
- Heat the oil phase or surfactant phase to 55 to 65 degrees Celsius.
- Add Myristic Acid flakes and stir until completely melted and clear.
- Neutralize with sodium hydroxide or potassium hydroxide solution if making soap surfactants.
- Add co-emulsifiers, thickeners, and other ingredients.
- Cool while stirring to form a stable emulsion or paste.
- Adjust pH if needed.
- Add fragrance, preservative, and heat-sensitive actives at room temperature.
What You Can Make With Myristic Acid
- Shampoos and hair conditioners
- Body washes and shower gels
- Shaving creams and foams
- Facial cleansers and scrubs
- Moisturizing creams and lotions
- Solid cleansing bars and soaps
- Hair styling products for extra texture
Why Order From Stexol
- COA With Every Batch: Every batch comes with a full Certificate of Analysis. You know the exact purity, melting point, and appearance before you start production. No surprises and no wasted batches.
- No Minimum Order Pressure: We supply small packs and bulk quantities because small-scale beauty entrepreneurs and manufacturers in Pakistan need easy access to professional-grade ingredients. Order only what you need.
- Tiered Pricing for Larger Orders: The more you order, the lower the price per kilogram. Message us on WhatsApp for a quote based on your volume.
- Same-Day Dispatch: Orders received before the daily cut-off are shipped the same day. We work fast to keep your production on schedule.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is the difference between Myristic Acid and Stearic Acid?
A: Myristic Acid has a shorter chain. It gives richer foam and a lighter feel. Stearic Acid makes harder bars and thicker creams but produces less foam.
Q: Do I need to neutralize Myristic Acid?
A: For best foam and cleansing in shampoos and washes, yes. Neutralize it with a base to form myristate salts. In simple emulsions, you can use it without neutralization.
Q: Is Myristic Acid safe for daily use products like shampoo and face wash?
A: Yes. It is used safely in many personal care products worldwide at recommended levels and is considered suitable for daily use.
Q: How should I store Myristic Acid?
A: Store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight and moisture. Keep the container tightly closed. Shelf life is 3 years under proper conditions.
Q: Does Myristic Acid perform well in hard water?
A: Yes. Its salts create stable foam even in hard water, making it suitable for products used across different regions of Pakistan.
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Small packs and bulk quantities available. COA included. Same-day dispatch. Tiered pricing for larger orders.
