Ethylhexyl Polyhydroxystearate is the ester of 2-ethylhexanol and Polyhydroxystearic Acid
Family
N/A (synthetically derived)
CAS #
1423155-00-3
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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 modern synthetic emollient and emulsifier developed in the late 20th century. Created to provide soft-focus and skin-conditioning benefits while improving the texture and stability of cosmetic formulations.