Olive Oil Propylene Glycol Esters
AKA “Propylene Glycol Olive Oil Esters”
Essential Oil
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Ingredient Facts
Olive oil propylene glycol esters
AKA: Propylene Glycol Olive Oil Esters
Essential Oil · Skin Conditioning | Emollient | Humectant · EWG: 4
Plant-Derived
Humectant
Emollient
Skin Conditioner
Plant Oil
Essential Oil
Clean
Olive Oil Propylene Glycol Esters is the product obtained by the transesterification of Olea Europaea (Olive) Oil with propylene glycol Science: Origin: Botanic/Natural | Functions: Skin Conditioning - Emollient Safety Ratings: CIR: Safe as used
Family
Oleaceae (Olive family)
Plant Part
Fruit
CAS #
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Form
Oil
Plant-Derived
Botanical. Native to Mediterranean. Derived from olive fruit oil native to the Mediterranean region, belonging to the Oleaceae plant family. Produced through transesterification of olive oil with propylene glycol to create ester compounds.
Plant Source
Oleaceae (Olive family)
Plant Part
Fruit
Function
Skin Conditioning | Emollient | Humectant
Benefits
Locks In Moisture
Traditional Use
Synthetic humectant and emulsifier created by chemically modifying olive oil with propylene glycol. Developed to provide both moisture-binding properties and improved texture in cosmetic formulations.
Skin Types
all-skin-types
Best For
Target
Dryness
Melanin-Rich Skin
Suitable
Pregnancy Safe
Yes
Restricted By
EWG Score4
CIR Safety Findings
medical-approval, all-shades-safe, Not a Sensitizer
Concentration Guide
Industry Max
Industry typically uses up to 2.0% in leave-on products (26 products reported). Source: CIR Safety Assessment (CIR Seq 684).
Regulatory Agencies
Verified Feb 2026
Data: CosIng · EWG · CIR