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Emollient

TRIETHYLHEXANOIN

CAS 7360-38-5
87

Safety score · 0–100

Good

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

A lightweight synthetic triester — spreads like a dry oil, wets pigments cleanly and is workhorse for foundations and primers. CIR-reviewed safe with a clean record across all toxicological endpoints.

Skin benefits

  • Lightweight, dry-touch emollient
  • Excellent pigment dispersion
  • Highly stable, low oxidation
  • CIR-reviewed safe profile

Known concerns

  • No significant concerns at cosmetic concentrations

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

PC

PubChem

U.S. NIH compound data, GHS hazard codes and toxicity literature.

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