Isostearyl Hydroxystearate
AKA “Pelemol ISHS, Ethox ISHS, Schercemol SHS ester, 162888-05-3, UNII-F7540880P0, F7540880P0, Octadecanoic acid, 12-hydroxy-, 16-methylheptadecyl ester, RefChem:149993, ISOSTEARYL HYDROXYSTEARATE [INCI]
Emollient
Ingredient Facts
Isostearyl hydroxystearate
AKA: Pelemol ISHS, Ethox ISHS, Schercemol SHS ester, 162888-05-3, UNII-F7540880P0, F7540880P0, Octadecanoic acid, 12-hydroxy-, 16-methylheptadecyl ester, RefChem:149993, ISOSTEARYL HYDROXYSTEARATE [INCI]
Emollient · Emollient · EWG: 1
Plant-Derived
Emollient
Skin Conditioner
Plant Oil
Clean
Octadecanoic acid, 12-hydroxy-, 16-methyl-heptadecyl ester
Formula
C36H72O3
Mol. Weight
553.00
CAS #
162888-05-3
Form
Liquid
See origin →
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 created as a cosmetic emollient with enhanced hydration properties. Developed to provide stable moisturization and improve the sensory feel of skincare formulations.
Skin Types
all-skin-types
Best For
Dryness
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
EWG
1
CIR
Safe as used
Pregnancy
Yes
CIR Safety Findings
Not a Sensitizer
medical-approval
all-shades-safe
Regulatory Status
USApermitted
EUrestricted
JAPANrestricted
CANADArestricted
Verified Jun 2026
Data: PubChem · CosIng · EWG · CIR