Olive Oil Decyl Esters
AKA “Decyl olive esters, Olive oil decyl ester
Essential Oil
Ingredient Facts
Olive oil decyl esters
AKA: Decyl olive esters
Essential Oil · Emollient · EWG: 1
Plant-Derived Synthetic
Emollient
Skin Conditioner
Plant Oil
Essential Oil
Clean
Derived from Mediterranean olives, this lightweight moisturizer helps restore skin's natural oils and softness without leaving a greasy feel.
CAS #
226993-75-5
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.
Refatting
Anti-Aging
Addresses signs of aging like fine lines, wrinkles, and loss of firmness
Moisturizing
Locks in moisture to keep skin soft and supple throughout the day
Fights Acne
Replenishes skin oils
Traditional Use
A modern synthetic ester created by chemically modifying olive oil for cosmetic formulations. Developed to provide the emollient benefits of olive oil with improved stability and texture in skincare products.
Skin Types
all-skin-types, gentle
Best For
Dryness
Melanin-Rich Skin
Suitable
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
EWG
1
CIR
Safe
Pregnancy
Yes
CIR Safety Findings
ewg-1
pregnancy-nursing-safe
all-shades-safe
Regulatory Status
USApermitted
EUrestricted
JAPANrestricted
CANADArestricted
Verified Feb 2026
Data: CosIng · EWG · CIR