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Emollient

CETYL DIMETHYLOCTANOATE

Updated
80

Safety score · 0–100

Good

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

About

A branched-chain synthetic ester used as a dry-feel emollient and pigment-spreading agent. Class is among the lowest-irritation cosmetic ingredients.

Function

SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENTSKIN CONDITIONING

Skin benefits

  • Light synthetic ester emollient
  • Non-greasy skin-feel
  • Spreading agent and pigment dispersant
  • Low irritation profile

Known concerns

  • Mild comedogenicity possible at very high %

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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