Skip to content

Emollient

ISOCETYL STEARATE

CAS 25339-09-7
80

Safety score · 0–100

Good

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

A long-chain ester used as a rich emollient in creams, lipsticks and makeup. Reported as not meeting GHS hazard criteria; the main caveat is comedogenicity.

Function

SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENTSKIN CONDITIONING

Skin benefits

  • Rich emollient with creamy skin feel
  • Improves spreadability of oils and waxes
  • Compatible with most cosmetic systems

Known concerns

  • Possibly comedogenic for acne-prone skin
  • Heavy feel in light formulas
  • Synthetic-derived from petrochemicals

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.

View →

Related emollients

80
1,4-BUTANEDIOL BISDECANOATE
Emollient
 80
ACACIA DECURRENS FLOWER CERA
Emollient
 80
ACACIA DECURRENS FLOWER WAX
Emollient
 80
ACANTHOSICYOS HORRIDUS SEED OIL
Emollient
 80
ACETYL ISOOCTYL POLYRICINOLEATE
Emollient
 80
ACETYLATED GLYCERYL STEARATE/PALMITATE
Emollient
 80
ACETYLATED GLYCOL STEARATE
Emollient
 80
ACETYLATED HYDROGENATED CASTOR GLYCERIDE
Emollient

Check your shelf

Find ISOCETYL STEARATE in your products.

Scan any cosmetic product with LuxSense to see if it contains ISOCETYL STEARATE and get a full ingredient breakdown with safety scores.

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.