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Skin Conditioning

ETHYL SALICYLATE HEXYL ETHER

CAS 773128-75-9 Updated
65

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

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

About

An etherified salicylate derivative used in cosmetic and fragrance formulations. Salicylate-class chemistry is subject to EU concentration limits in leave-on products, hence a cautious mid-yellow tier.

Function

BLEACHING

Skin benefits

  • Salicylate-derived skin conditioning agent
  • Used in fragrance/skin-conditioning blends

Known concerns

  • Salicylate class subject to EU concentration limits in leave-on products
  • Limited independent toxicology data on this specific ether
  • Can hydrolyse to release salicylic-acid moieties

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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