Glyceryl Dilinoleate
AKA “dilinolein, EINECS 250-259-0, (9Z, 12Z)-Octadeca-9, 12-dienoic acid, diester with glycerol, 12-Octadecadienoic acid, diester with 1”
Synthetic
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Ingredient Facts
Glyceryl dilinoleate
AKA: Dilinolein, EINECS 250-259-0, (9Z, 12Z)-Octadeca-9, 12-dienoic acid, Diester with glycerol, 12-Octadecadienoic acid, Diester with 1
Synthetic · Skin Conditioning - Emollient | Skin Conditioning - Occlusive · EWG: 4
Plant-Derived
Emollient
Occlusive
Skin Conditioner
Synthetic
Clean
A lightweight emollient derived from plant oils that softens and conditions skin, helping it stay smooth and hydrated without feeling greasy.
Formula
C39H68O5
Mol. Weight
617.00
CAS #
30606-27-0
Form
Liquid
Plant-Derived
Synthetic. Derived from linoleic acid, a polyunsaturated fatty acid found in plant oils like safflower and soybean. Synthesized through esterification of glycerol with linoleic acid or its derivatives.
Function
Skin Conditioning - Emollient | Skin Conditioning - Occlusive
Benefits
Locks In Moisture
Traditional Use
A synthetic diester combining glycerin with linoleic acid (essential fatty acid from plant oils). Developed as a modern skin-conditioning agent that mimics properties of traditional plant oil use.
Skin Types
all-skin-types
Best For
Target
Dryness
Melanin-Rich Skin
Suitable
Pregnancy Safe
Yes
Verified Feb 2026
Data: PubChem · CosIng · EWG · CIR