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Emollient

BUTYLENE GLYCOL BEHENATE

Updated
84

Safety score · 0–100

Good

Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.

About

A butylene glycol ester of behenic acid — a rich, long-chain emollient that gives a cushion feel and reinforces the moisture barrier. Mild and well-tolerated, similar to other glycol stearates.

Function

SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENTSURFACTANT - EMULSIFYINGSKIN CONDITIONINGSURFACTANT - CLEANSING

Skin benefits

  • Rich, cushiony emollient
  • Reinforces moisture barrier
  • Mild and well-tolerated
  • Stable in oil-in-water emulsions

Known concerns

  • No significant concerns at cosmetic concentrations
  • Possible mild comedogenicity in acne-prone skin

References

EU

EU CosIng database

European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry — regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.

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