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Emollient

DIPENTAERYTHRITYL PENTAHYDROXYSTEARATE/PENTAISOSTEARATE

84

Safety score · 0–100

Good

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

A high-MW ester combining dipentaerythritol with hydroxystearic and isostearic acids. Used as a rich emollient and viscosity modifier — well-tolerated and free of documented concerns at cosmetic levels.

Function

SKIN CONDITIONINGVISCOSITY CONTROLLING

Skin benefits

  • Rich emollient feel
  • Viscosity control
  • Skin conditioning

Known concerns

  • No significant concerns at cosmetic concentrations

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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