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Emollient

ISOSTEARETH-200 LINOLEATE

Updated
78

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

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

About

A long-EO ethoxylated isostearyl linoleate ester used as a mild emollient and solubilizer. Generally well tolerated; the standard PEG dioxane control and linoleate oxidation are the main formulator considerations.

Function

SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENTSKIN CONDITIONING

Skin benefits

  • Lightweight emollient and solubilizer
  • Adds linoleic-acid-style skin conditioning
  • Mild on skin
  • Compatible with both oil and water phases

Known concerns

  • Potential 1,4-dioxane impurity from ethoxylation
  • Linoleate moiety can oxidize unless protected

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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