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Emollient

SHEA BUTTER OLEYL ESTERS

Updated
85

Safety score · 0–100

Good

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

About

Shea butter transesterified with oleyl alcohol — lighter and more spreadable than raw shea, with the same nourishing fatty-acid profile. Very well tolerated; oily-skin types may want to watch for comedogenicity from the oleyl component.

Function

SKIN CONDITIONING

Skin benefits

  • Spreadable, lighter shea-feel emollient
  • Conditioning fatty acids
  • Plant-derived

Known concerns

  • Possible comedogenicity in very oily skin (oleyl-rich)
  • No significant concerns at cosmetic concentrations

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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