10-Hydroxystearic Acid
AKA “10-HYDROXYOCTADECANOIC ACID, Octadecanoic acid, 10-hydroxy-octadecanoic acid, NSC-79060, RefChem:437036”
Synthetic
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Ingredient Facts
10-hydroxystearic acid
AKA: 10-HYDROXYOCTADECANOIC ACID, Octadecanoic acid, 10-hydroxy-octadecanoic acid, NSC-79060, RefChem:437036
Synthetic · Skin Conditioning | Skin Protecting · EWG: 4
Synthetic
Skin Conditioner
Barrier Support
Plant Oil
Synthetic
Clean
A naturally derived oil that softens and protects skin, helping to maintain a healthy moisture barrier and improve overall skin texture.
Formula
C18H36O3
Mol. Weight
300.50
CAS #
638-26-6
Form
Liquid
State
Solid
Synthetic
Botanical. Derived from plant oils such as coconut, palm kernel, or soybean oils through selective hydrogenation. Produced by controlled hydrogenation of unsaturated fatty acids to introduce hydroxyl groups at specific positions.
Function
Skin Conditioning | Skin Protecting
Benefits
Nourishes & Protects
Traditional Use
A synthetic hydroxylated fatty acid developed for the cosmetics industry to improve emollient and conditioning properties. Engineered to enhance the performance of traditional plant-based oils and butters.
Skin Types
all-skin-types
Best For
Target
Dryness
Melanin-Rich Skin
Suitable
Pregnancy Safe
Yes
Verified Feb 2026
Data: PubChem · CosIng · EWG · CIR