Emollient / skin conditioning ester
HYDROXYOCTACOSANYL HYDROXYSTEARATE
Safety score · 0–100
Good
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
A high molecular weight fatty alcohol ester used as an emollient. Functions as an occlusive moisturizer that supports the skin barrier, generally well tolerated even in baby products.
Skin benefits
- Acts as occlusive emollient improving skin barrier
- Reduces transepidermal water loss
- Compatible with sensitive and baby skin formulations
- Non-comedogenic profile typical of high-MW esters
Known concerns
- Large fatty ester with possible pore-clogging in acne-prone skin
- Sustainability of source feedstocks varies
- Limited published toxicology specific to this ester
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry: regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
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