Lauryl Isostearate
AKA “RefChem:798594, Dodecyl isooctadecanoate, EINECS 298-359-3, HKZQDFSXDXTEEC-UHFFFAOYSA-N, DODECYL 16-METHYLHEPTADECANOATE
Synthetic
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Ingredient Facts
Lauryl isostearate
AKA: RefChem:798594, Dodecyl isooctadecanoate, EINECS 298-359-3, HKZQDFSXDXTEEC-UHFFFAOYSA-N, DODECYL 16-METHYLHEPTADECANOATE
Synthetic · Skin Conditioning - Emollient | Viscosity Controlling · EWG: 4
Synthetic
Emollient
Skin Conditioner
Plant Oil
Synthetic
Clean
A lightweight moisturizer derived from natural plant sources that softens and conditions skin, leaving it smooth and hydrated without a heavy feel.
Formula
C30H60O2
Mol. Weight
452.80
CAS #
93803-85-1
Form
Liquid
Synthetic
Botanical. Typically derived from coconut, palm kernel, or soybean oils as natural starting materials. Produced through esterification of isostearic acid with lauryl alcohol derived from these plant oils.
Function
Skin Conditioning - Emollient | Viscosity Controlling
Benefits
Locks In Moisture
Traditional Use
A synthetic ester developed in the mid-20th century as an emollient and skin conditioning agent, designed to mimic natural oils while providing improved stability and texture in cosmetic formulations.
Skin Types
all-skin-types
Best For
Target
Dryness
Melanin-Rich Skin
Suitable
Pregnancy Safe
Yes
EWG Score4
CIR Safety Findings
medical-approval, all-shades-safe, Not a Sensitizer
Regulatory Status
USApermitted
EUrestricted
JAPANrestricted
CANADArestricted
Verified Feb 2026
Data: PubChem · CosIng · EWG · CIR