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Emollient

ETHYLHEXYL HYDROXYSTEARATE

CAS 29710-25-6 / 29383-26-4 Updated
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Safety score · 0–100

Good

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

About

An ester emollient from 2-ethylhexanol and hydroxystearic acid. Light, non-greasy skin feel. Excellent safety profile typical of fatty-acid esters.

Skin benefits

  • Light non-greasy emollient
  • Good spreadability
  • Compatible with most formulas

Known concerns

  • No significant concerns at cosmetic concentrations
  • Possible trace residual fatty acids

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

PC

PubChem

U.S. NIH compound data, GHS hazard codes and toxicity literature.

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