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Emollient

COCONUT OIL DECYL ESTERS

Updated
80

Safety score · 0–100

Good

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

About

A skin-softening ester blend from coconut oil and decyl alcohol. Widely used as a mild, non-irritating emollient in moisturisers — gives a smooth, light skin feel without the heaviness of raw coconut oil.

Function

SKIN CONDITIONING

Skin benefits

  • Lightweight emollient
  • Smooth spread
  • Plant-based
  • Mild on skin

Known concerns

  • Rare coconut allergy cross-reactivity

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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