Emollient
DIPENTAERYTHRITYL HEXAOCTANOATE/HEXABEHENATE
Safety score · 0–100
Good
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
A high-molecular-weight polyester of dipentaerythritol with octanoate and behenate chains that thickens formulas and forms a protective skin-conditioning film. The high MW limits absorption and gives a benign skin profile.
Function
Skin benefits
- High-MW polyester for viscosity and cushion
- Forms protective surface film
- Skin-conditioning emollient
Known concerns
- Heavy ester may feel occlusive
- Synthetic specialty material with limited public toxicology
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry: regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
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