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Emollient

ISOAMYL LAURATE

CAS 6309-51-9 Updated
90

Safety score · 0–100

Excellent

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

About

A biodegradable plant-derived ester (isoamyl alcohol + lauric acid) that delivers the dry, silky slip of a silicone in a fully natural format. Lightweight, non-tacky and well tolerated.

Skin benefits

  • Lightweight dry-feel emollient — silicone alternative
  • Plant-derived from coconut and sugar fermentation
  • Readily biodegradable

Known concerns

  • Slight comedogenic potential at high use levels
  • Performance can vary between supplier grades
  • Less long-term skin literature than canonical esters

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

PC

PubChem

U.S. NIH compound data, GHS hazard codes and toxicity literature.

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