Emollient
CASTOR OIL PROPANEDIOL ESTERS
Safety score · 0–100
Good
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
About
Castor oil propanediol esters — a modified castor lipid with great glide and emollient feel. Inherits castor's strong cosmetic safety record; widely used in lipsticks, balms and creams without notable concerns.
Function
Skin benefits
- Excellent emollient and barrier-forming feel
- Castor-derived ricinoleic-acid skin conditioning
- Useful as a co-emulsifier in oil-rich formulas
- Pleasant glide and slip on skin
Known concerns
- No significant concerns at cosmetic concentrations
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry — regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
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