Hexyl nicotinate is medicinal cosmetic ingredient. It is an oil-soluble compound with a favorable lipophilic character that enables good skin penetration. It is also a skin vasodilator, increasing local blood flow, bringing a warm sensation or a brief rosy effect. It stimulates blood circulation and can be used for topical treatment of muscle, joint and ligament pain.
Advantage: Gentle brightening · Low-irritation soothing · Moderate lipophilicity · Long-lasting compatibility · Sensitive-skin friendly
【Core Advantages】
Microcirculation Improvement: Significant vasodilation effect improves periorbital circulation (helps reduce dark circles), promotes facial and scalp blood flow, suitable for dull skin with insufficient blood supply and anti-aging scalp care scenarios.
Barrier Repair & Anti-Aging: Hexyl Nicotinoate is a nicotinic acid ester prodrug.Niacin provides raw material for NAD+ synthesis, supports cellular energy metabolism, stimulates stratum corneum lipid synthesis, strengthens skin barrier; helps improve photodamage and fine lines caused by dryness, delaying skin aging.
Brightening & Soothing Dual Action: Reduces melanin deposition, helps brighten complexion and improve dullness; simultaneously inhibits inflammatory factors, alleviates redness and itching in sensitive skin, suitable for daily care of compromised skin barriers.
Low Irritation & Gentle, Wide Suitability: Compared with niacin and myristyl nicotinate, it has lower irritation and moderate lipophilicity, making it more suitable for sensitive skin and long-term daily care, compatible with all skin types.
【Product Features】
Good Oil Solubility, Strong Adaptability: Easy to add to oil phase, creams, facial oils, eye creams, body lotions, etc.; good formulation compatibility, no complex pretreatment required.
Light Texture, Excellent Sensory Experience: Non-greasy texture, does not affect the original skin feel of the product, suitable for various skincare scenarios.
Good Stability: Can be stored at room temperature without special storage conditions, reducing formulation waste, easy and worry-free to use.
【Applications & Recommended Dosage】
| Application Scenario | Typical Products | Recommended Dosage |
| Facial Skincare | Brightening serums, firming creams, lotions, exfoliating products | 0.2%–0.4% (conventional gentle range) |
| Eye Care | Eye creams, eye serums | 0.2%–0.3% (lower irritation, focus on microcirculation) |
| Scalp Care | Scalp serums, conditioners | 0.2%–0.3% |
| Body Care | Brightening body lotions, anti-edema products | 0.2%–0.4% |
| High-Efficacy Products | High-brightening, anti-edema products | Up to 0.46% (regulatory upper limit) |
Low irritation & gentle · Brightening & soothing · Wide suitability · Stable & worry-free · Compliant & safe
