Hexadecyl dimethyloctanoate Science: Functions: Skin Conditioning, Skin Conditioning - Emollient Safety Ratings: CIR: Safe as used
Form
Oil
Plant-Derived
Synthetic. Synthesized from cetyl alcohol and dimethyloctanoic acid, both derived from petroleum or plant-based feedstocks. Produced through esterification, combining the alcohol and fatty acid under catalytic conditions.
Functions
Skin Conditioning
Emollient
Benefits
Locks In Moisture
Traditional Use
A synthetic ester created in modern cosmetic chemistry as a lightweight emollient and conditioning agent. Developed to provide skin feel improvements in contemporary cosmetic products.
Skin Types
all-skin-types
Best For
Target
Dryness
Melanin-Rich Skin
Suitable
Pregnancy Safe
Yes
EWG Score4
CIR Safety Findings
medical-approval, all-shades-safe, Not a Sensitizer