C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate
C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate is an emollient and skin conditioning ingredient. It’s in 463 products on Poliage, most often deodorant, sunscreen and body lotion. Avoid lists on Poliage that include it: none.
Updated October 21, 2026
In plain English
A light emollient ester. Softens skin and helps sunscreens spread.
What it does
Contains C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate: antimicrobial
Function listed in CosIng
Contains C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate: emollient
Function listed in CosIng
Contains C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate: skin-conditioning
Function listed in CosIng
Source: CosIng, the European Commission cosmetic ingredient database, ref 74635, accessed October 22, 2026.
Products that contain C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate
Versed
Weekend Glow Overnight Brightening Mask
Mask · Lists exfoliating acid, retinoid
Jones Road
What The Foundation
Foundation · Lists fragrance allergens, essential oils, coconut derivatives
Secret
Whole Body Deodorant Stick Rosewater
Deodorant · Lists fragrance, silicones
Secret
Whole Body Stick Aluminum Free Deodorant for Women Fresh Lilac & Waterlily
Deodorant · Lists fragrance, silicones
Secret
Whole Body Stick Aluminum Free Deodorant for Women Peach & Vanilla
Deodorant · Lists fragrance, silicones
Secret
Whole Body Stick Aluminum Free Deodorant for Women Unscented
Deodorant · Lists fragrance, silicones
Mitchum
Women Mitchum 48h Powder Fresh Deodorant
Lists fragrance, fragrance allergens, essential oils, silicones
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