Di-C20-40 Alkyl Dimer Dilinoleate
AKA “Di-C20-40 Alkyl Dimer Dilinoleate
Synthetic
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Ingredient Facts
Di-c20-40 alkyl dimer dilinoleate
Synthetic · Skin Conditioning | Viscosity Controlling · EWG: 4
Synthetic
Skin Conditioner
Synthetic
Clean
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.
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, Phototoxicity Concern
Regulatory Status
USApermitted
EUrestricted
JAPANrestricted
CANADArestricted
Verified Feb 2026
Data: CosIng · EWG · CIR