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Emollient

OLEYL GLYCERYL ETHER

CAS 593-31-7 Updated
82

Safety score · 0–100

Good

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

About

An ether-linked oleyl-glycerol — naturally found in shark liver oil and chemically very similar to skin lipids. Soft, silky emollient with a strong tolerance record at cosmetic levels.

Function

SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENTSKIN CONDITIONING

Skin benefits

  • Skin-identical lipid — supports the natural lipid barrier
  • Soft, silky emollient feel
  • Aids penetration of co-formulated actives

Known concerns

  • Mild oxidative instability — needs antioxidant in formula
  • Possible trace residual epichlorohydrin from synthesis

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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