Octyldodecyl Olivate
AKA “Octyldodecyl Olivate, Olive Oil Ester
Synthetic
Ingredient Facts
Octyldodecyl olivate
AKA: Olive Oil Ester
Synthetic · Emollient · EWG: 4
Synthetic
Emollient
Skin Conditioner
Plant Oil
Synthetic
Clean
Derived from olive oil, this lightweight conditioner softens and smooths skin, helping it feel supple and hydrated.
CAS #
223706-58-9
Form
Oil
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Functions
Skin Conditioning
A catch-all term for ingredients that improve how skin looks and feels — softer, smoother, more supple. The workhorse behind most moisturizers.
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 developed in the 20th century as a cosmetic emollient and conditioning agent. Created to provide the moisturizing benefits of natural oils in a more stable, long-lasting synthetic form.
Skin Types
all-skin-types
Best For
Dryness
Melanin-Rich Skin
Suitable
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
EWG
4
CIR
Safe w/Qualifications
Pregnancy
Yes
CIR Safety Findings
Not a Sensitizer
medical-approval
all-shades-safe
Regulatory Status
USApermitted
EUrestricted
JAPANrestricted
CANADArestricted
Verified Feb 2026
Data: CosIng · EWG · CIR