Ethocyn is a non-steroidal, topical anti-androgen ingredient used in cosmetics to treat aging-related skin changes by promoting elastin production and inhibiting dihydrotestosterone (DHT) receptor binding. It helps improve skin firmness, reduce visible wrinkling, and enhance contours around the eyes, chin, and neck by restoring elastin levels and improving skin elasticity. The directory classifies it as a commercial API with a synthetic source/manufacturing origin. Other names for this substance include IC2L5A8DIZ and UNII-IC2L5A8DIZ. Its PubChem CID is 131801058.
Ethocyn
| CAS No | 99778-68-4 |
|---|---|
| Molecular Formula | C17H30O2 |
| Molecular Weight | 266.4 g/mol |
| Synonyms | (3aR,4S,6aR)-4-(5-ethoxyheptyl)-3,3a,4,5,6,6a-hexahydro-1H-pentalen-2-one |
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Ethocyn is a non-steroidal, topical anti-androgen ingredient used in cosmetics to treat aging-related skin changes by promoting elastin production and inhibiting dihydrotestosterone (DHT) receptor binding.
The listed CAS number is 99778-68-4.
The listed molecular formula is C17H30O2.
The listed molecular weight is 266.4 g/mol.
(3aR,4S,6aR)-4-(5-ethoxyheptyl)-3,3a,4,5,6,6a-hexahydro-1H-pentalen-2-one.
The source lists IC2L5A8DIZ and UNII-IC2L5A8DIZ.