Ethylhexyl Stearate

Ethylhexyl Stearate

AKA “2-Ethylhexyl stearate, 2-Ethylhexyl octadecanoate, Cetiol 868, Octadecanoic acid, 2-ethylhexyl ester, CRODAMOL OS, TEGOSOFT OS”

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Ingredient Facts

Ethylhexyl stearate

AKA: 2-Ethylhexyl stearate, 2-Ethylhexyl octadecanoate, Cetiol 868, Octadecanoic acid, 2-ethylhexyl ester, CRODAMOL OS, TEGOSOFT OS

Synthetic · Skin Conditioning | Emollient · EWG: 4

Synthetic

Emollient

Skin Conditioner

Synthetic

Clean

A lightweight moisturizer that softens and smooths skin, leaving it feeling supple and hydrated without a greasy residue.

Formula

C26H52O2

Mol. Weight

396.70

CAS #

22047-49-0

Form

Liquid

State

Liquid; Other Solid

Synthetic

Botanical. Derived from stearic acid and 2-ethylhexanol, both petroleum-derived organic compounds or synthetically produced from natural oils. Synthesized through esterification, combining stearic acid with 2-ethylhexanol using acid catalysts.

Function

Skin Conditioning | Emollient

Benefits

Locks In Moisture

Traditional Use

Synthesized as a modern emollient to replicate properties of stearic acid, which has been used in skincare since ancient times. Developed to provide improved stability and texture in creams and lotions.