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Emollient

ETHYL PALMATE

Updated
80

Safety score · 0–100

Good

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

About

An ester of ethyl alcohol and palm oil fatty acids used as an emollient. Skin-safety profile is good, though sustainability of palm sourcing is a separate ethical consideration for buyers.

Function

SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT

Skin benefits

  • Lightweight emollient
  • Skin conditioning
  • Easy spreading
  • Well-tolerated by most skin types

Known concerns

  • Sustainability concerns around palm sourcing
  • Slightly more comedogenic than shorter-chain esters

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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