Di-C20-40 Alkyl Dimer Dilinoleate is the diester of C20-40 Alcohols and Dilinoleic Acid (q.v.) Science: Functions: Skin Conditioning, Viscosity Controlling Safety Ratings: CIR: Safe as used
CAS #
129423-60-5
Form
Liquid
Synthetic
Synthetic. Derived from C20-40 fatty alcohols and dilinoleic acid, both synthetic or plant-oil derived compounds. Produced through esterification reaction between the fatty alcohols and dilinoleic acid under catalytic conditions.
Function
Skin Conditioning | Viscosity Controlling
Benefits
Locks in moisture
Traditional Use
Synthetic emollient developed in the late 20th century as a replacement for heavier natural oils. Created to provide lightweight, non-greasy moisturization while improving spreadability in cosmetic formulations.