Octyldodecyl Avocadoate
AKA “Octyldodecyl avocado oil ester, UNKNOWN
Emollient
Ingredient Facts
Octyldodecyl avocadoate
AKA: Octyldodecyl avocado oil ester, UNKNOWN
Emollient · Emollient · EWG: 4
Synthetic
Emollient
Skin Conditioner
Plant Oil
Not Clean
Octyldodecyl Avocadoate is the ester of Octyldodecanol and the fatty acids derived from avocado oil
CAS #
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Form
Oil
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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
Modern synthetic ester derived from avocado oil, created in the 20th century to provide the moisturizing benefits of natural avocado oil with improved stability and texture in cosmetic formulations. No significant traditional use.
Skin Types
all-skin-types
Best For
Dryness
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
EWG
4
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: CosIng · EWG · CIR