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Emollient

C18-36 ACID GLYCOL ESTER

CAS 94944-95-3 Updated
84

Safety score · 0–100

Good

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

About

A waxy ester of long-chain (C18-C36) fatty acids with ethylene glycol — used to add body, opacity and a smooth feel to creams and lotions. CIR-reviewed family with a clean cosmetic safety record at typical use levels.

Function

SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENTSURFACTANT - EMULSIFYINGSKIN CONDITIONINGSURFACTANT - CLEANSING

Skin benefits

  • Adds richness and body to creams
  • Non-greasy emolliency
  • Pearlising/opacifying effect
  • Skin softening

Known concerns

  • No significant concerns at cosmetic concentrations

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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