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Emollient

HYDROGENATED COCOA BUTTER ETHYL ESTERS

Updated
84

Safety score · 0–100

Good

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

About

Cocoa butter that has been transesterified with ethanol and then hydrogenated — gives an oxidation-stable, light-feeling emollient with the gentle softening profile of cocoa. Plant-derived; no documented concerns at cosmetic levels.

Function

NOT REPORTED

Skin benefits

  • Stable, oxidation-resistant emollient (fully saturated)
  • Lighter texture than raw cocoa butter
  • Plant-derived (cocoa)
  • Skin softening and barrier support

Known concerns

  • No significant concerns at cosmetic concentrations

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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