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Emollient

OCTYLDODECYL HYDROXYSTEARATE

CAS 74659-70-4 Updated
82

Safety score · 0–100

Good

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

About

A rich, glossy emollient ester used in lipsticks and balms. Inert and well tolerated; mostly a sensorial choice rather than a safety concern.

Function

SKIN CONDITIONING

Skin benefits

  • Glossy lip and skin shine
  • Pigment dispersion
  • Cushioning emollient
  • Plant-derived

Known concerns

  • Heavy feel on oily skin
  • Sparse independent toxicology

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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