Ethylhexyl Cocoate
AKA “2-ethylhexyl cocoate”
Emollient
Ingredient Facts
Ethylhexyl cocoate
AKA: 2-ethylhexyl cocoate
Emollient · Emollient · EWG: 1
Synthetic
Emollient
Skin Conditioner
Clean
Fatty acids, coco, 2-ethylhexyl esters
CAS #
92044-87-6
Form
Liquid
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Functions
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 derived from coconut oil derivatives created in the 20th century. Used as an emollient and skin conditioning agent in body lotions and moisturizing products.
Skin Types
●all-skin-types
Best For
Dryness
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
Verified Jun 2026
Data: CosIng · EWG · CIR