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Emollient

ISOSTEARYL GLYCOLATE

CAS 159317-32-5 Updated
72

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

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

About

A glycolic-acid ester of isostearyl alcohol — a light emollient. Generally well tolerated by class analogy; not heavily documented in safety reviews.

Function

BINDINGSKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENTSOLVENT

Skin benefits

  • Light emollient ester
  • Improves spreadability
  • Skin-conditioning

Known concerns

  • Limited public safety dossier
  • Niche supplier ingredient

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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