Emollient
ETHYLHEXYL MEADOWFOAMATE
Safety score · 0–100
Good
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
About
A plant-derived ester from meadowfoam-seed fatty acids and 2-ethylhexanol. Light, silky emollient with very strong oxidative stability.
Ethylhexyl meadowfoamate is the 2-ethylhexyl ester of meadowfoam (Limnanthes alba) seed-oil fatty acids, which include unusually long-chain (C20-C22) monounsaturated acids that give meadowfoam its exceptional oxidative stability. The branched ethylhexyl alcohol gives the ester a light, dry slip with low tack, suitable for sunscreens, lotions, and color cosmetics. The component pieces are CIR-supported safe; no CMR or endocrine flags reported. Skin tolerance is generally excellent at typical use levels (1-15%).
Function
Skin benefits
- Lightweight, dry skin feel
- Highly oxidation stable
- Sustainable plant origin
Known concerns
- Limited compound-specific clinical data
- Rare cross-reactivity in long-chain ester sensitive users
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry — regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
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