Octyldodecyl Safflowerate
AKA “Safflower Oil Ester, Safflower Seed Oil Ester”
Emollient
Ingredient Facts
Octyldodecyl safflowerate
AKA: Safflower Oil Ester, Safflower Seed Oil Ester
Emollient · Emollient · EWG: 4
Plant-Derived
Emollient
Skin Conditioner
Not Clean
Octyldodecyl Safflowerate is the ester of Octyldodecanol and the fatty acids derived from Carthamus Tinctorius (Safflower)
Family
Asteraceae (Daisy family)
CAS #
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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
A synthetic ester created from safflower oil components in the 20th century. Developed as a lightweight, non-greasy emollient that mimics the skin-conditioning benefits of natural plant oils.
Skin Types
●all-skin-types
Best For
Dryness
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
Verified Jun 2026
Data: CosIng · EWG · CIR