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Emollient

BUTYLENE GLYCOL ISOSTEARATE

Updated
78

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

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

About

An ester of butylene glycol and isostearic acid used as a light emollient and skin-feel modifier. Generally well tolerated; occasional mild pore-clogging in oily skin.

Function

SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENTSURFACTANT - EMULSIFYINGSKIN CONDITIONINGSURFACTANT - CLEANSING

Skin benefits

  • Lightweight emollient ester
  • Improves spread and skin feel
  • Good co-solvent in serums

Known concerns

  • Possible mild comedogenicity in oily skin
  • Limited dedicated CIR opinion

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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