Bis-Behenyl/Phytosteryl Dimer Dilinoleate
AKA “Behenyl Phytosteryl Dimer Dilinoleate, Phytosterol Ester
Emollient
Ingredient Facts
Bis-behenyl/phytosteryl dimer dilinoleate
AKA: Behenyl Phytosteryl Dimer Dilinoleate, Phytosterol Ester
Emollient · Emollient · EWG: 1
Synthetic
Emollient
Skin Conditioner
Hair Care
Clean
Bis-Behenyl/Phytosteryl Dimer Dilinoleate is the ester of a mixture of Behenyl Alcohol and Phytosterol with Dimer Dilinoleic Acid
Form
Liquid
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Functions
Hair Conditioning
A catch-all term for ingredients that improve how skin looks and feels — softer, smoother, more supple. The workhorse behind most moisturizers.
Skin Conditioning
A catch-all term for ingredients that improve how skin looks and feels — softer, smoother, more supple. The workhorse behind most moisturizers.
Emollient
Fills in the tiny cracks between skin cells to make everything feel smooth and soft. The "silky finish" ingredient.
Viscosity Controlling
Locks In Moisture
Traditional Use
A synthetic ester developed in the 20th century combining plant-derived components. Created to improve skin conditioning, barrier function, and the texture of cosmetic formulations.
Skin Types
all-skin-types, gentle
Best For
Dryness
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
EWG
1
CIR
Insufficient data
Pregnancy
Yes
CIR Safety Findings
ewg-1
pregnancy-nursing-safe
all-shades-safe
Regulatory Status
USAunder review
EUrestricted
JAPANrestricted
CANADArestricted
Verified Jun 2026
Data: CosIng · EWG · CIR