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Emollient

ETHYLHEXYL LINOLEOYL STEARATE

Updated
83

Safety score · 0–100

Good

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

About

A branched-ester emollient combining 2-ethylhexanol with linoleic and stearic fatty acid moieties, giving rich emollient feel and skin-lipid mimicry. Well tolerated with no specific EU restrictions.

Function

SURFACTANT - EMULSIFYING

Skin benefits

  • Rich, conditioning skin feel
  • Mimics skin-surface lipids
  • Supports barrier function

Known concerns

  • May feel heavy on oily/acneic skin
  • Possible mild comedogenic effect at high levels
  • Otherwise low-concern profile

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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