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Emollient

OLIVE OIL PROPYLENE GLYCOL ESTERS

Updated
78

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

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

About

Olive-oil fatty acids esterified with propylene glycol — a lighter-feeling cosmetic emollient than olive oil itself. Mild and well tolerated.

Function

SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT

Skin benefits

  • Olive-oil-derived emollient
  • Lighter skin feel than olive oil
  • Plant-based

Known concerns

  • Propylene glycol moiety can sting on broken skin
  • Not a functional active
  • Less robust toxicology than parent olive oil

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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