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ETHYLHEXYL OLEATE

CAS 26399-02-0
84

Safety score · 0–100

Good

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

About

An unsaturated fatty acid ester emollient with excellent skin compatibility due to similarity with natural sebum lipids.

Ethylhexyl Oleate is the 2-ethylhexyl ester of oleic acid, functioning as an emollient and skin conditioning agent. It is not subject to EU cosmetic restrictions and shows excellent skin compatibility due to its structural similarity to natural sebum lipids. Widely used in skin care, color cosmetics, and sun care formulations.

Skin benefits

  • Excellent skin compatibility
  • Emollient properties
  • Skin conditioning
  • Improves product spreadability

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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