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Emollient

OCTYLDODECYL SAFFLOWERATE

Updated
78

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

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

About

An ester of octyldodecanol and safflower fatty acids. Acts as a light, dry-touch emollient. Plant-based and well tolerated; standard fatty-ester profile with no notable hazards.

Function

SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT

Skin benefits

  • Light spreading emollient
  • Plant-derived (safflower) fatty ester
  • Improves silky skin feel

Known concerns

  • Limited specific safety dossier
  • Possible pore-clogging in acne-prone skin
  • Oxidation if poorly preserved

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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