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Emollient / skin conditioner

GLYCERYL SESQUI-3-HYDROXYBUTYRATE

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Safety score · 0–100

Fine

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

Glyceryl sesqui-3-hydroxybutyrate is a glycerol ester of a short endogenous fatty acid, used as an emollient. It is plausibly well tolerated based on its parent class, with limited specific data.

Skin benefits

  • Glyceryl ester providing emollient and skin-conditioning properties
  • 3-hydroxybutyrate is a small endogenous metabolite
  • Likely well tolerated based on glyceryl ester class

Known concerns

  • Limited public toxicology data specific to this ester
  • Stability and hydrolysis behaviour need formulation control

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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This profile is for educational purposes and does not constitute medical advice. Regulatory status and scientific understanding evolve, so always read the physical product label and consult a healthcare professional for personal concerns.