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Emollient

CETYL PALMITOLEATE

Updated
82

Safety score · 0–100

Good

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

About

A liquid wax ester (cetyl alcohol + palmitoleic acid). Used as a light emollient that mimics skin lipids. Very well tolerated, with no significant safety concerns at cosmetic levels.

Function

SKIN CONDITIONING

Skin benefits

  • Light, dry-feel emollient
  • Liquid wax ester — fatty-acid skin compatibility
  • Non-comedogenic at typical %

Known concerns

  • Possible mild comedogenicity in oily skin
  • Plant or synthetic origin varies
  • No major CIR/SCCS concerns

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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