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Emollient

DIPENTAERYTHRITYL TETRABEHENATE/POLYHYDROXYSTEARATE

85

Safety score · 0–100

Good

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

A multi-ester of dipentaerythritol with behenic and polyhydroxystearic acids. Acts as a heavy emollient and texture-structuring agent. Good safety profile typical of polyol-fatty-acid esters.

Function

HUMECTANTSKIN CONDITIONING

Skin benefits

  • Rich emollient and skin conditioning
  • Texture-improving structuring agent
  • Provides smooth, non-greasy skin feel

Known concerns

  • May feel heavy on oily skin
  • Limited independent safety literature

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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