C32-36 Isoalkyl Stearate
AKA “Isoalkyl Stearate, Synthetic Ester”
Emollient
Ingredient Facts
C32-36 isoalkyl stearate
AKA: Synthetic Ester
Emollient · Emollient · EWG: 1
Plant-Derived
Emollient
Skin Conditioner
Plant Oil
Clean
C32-36 Isoalkyl Stearate is the ester of a branched, saturated fatty acids with 32 to 36 carbons, with stearic acid
CAS #
68201-22-9
Form
Liquid
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Functions
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.
Locks In Moisture
Traditional Use
A synthetic ester combining branched-chain alcohols with stearic acid, developed in the 20th century to replace variable natural esters with a stable, consistent cosmetic ingredient.
Skin Types
●all-skin-types, gentle
Best For
Dryness
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
Verified Jun 2026
Data: CosIng · EWG · CIR