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Emollient

BUTYLENE GLYCOL SESQUIISOSTEARATE

Updated
78

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

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

About

A simple ester of butylene glycol and isostearic acid used as an emollient and texture aid. Both parent components have benign safety records.

Function

SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENTSURFACTANT - EMULSIFYINGSKIN CONDITIONINGSURFACTANT - CLEANSING

Skin benefits

  • Mild emollient/co-emulsifier
  • Combines butylene glycol skin-feel with fatty ester glide
  • Low irritation

Known concerns

  • No specific CIR monograph
  • Possible mild comedogenic potential at high levels

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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