Sorbeth-12 Hexacocoate
AKA “Polysorbate Ester, Emollient”
Emollient
Ingredient Facts
Sorbeth-12 hexacocoate
AKA: Polysorbate Ester, Emollient
Emollient · Emollient · EWG: 4
Synthetic
Emollient
Skin Conditioner
Plant Oil
Not Clean
Sorbeth-12 Hexacocoate is the hexaester of Coconut Acid with a polyethylene glycol ether of Sorbitol containing an average of 12 moles of ethylene oxide
Effective at 0.7%
CAS #
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Form
Liquid
See origin →
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
Developed in the mid-20th century as a synthetic emulsifier derived from sorbitol and fatty acids. Used in cosmetics to stabilize oil-water mixtures and improve product texture.
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
Concentration Guide
0.5%
0.9%
0%1%
Effective Range
CIR reported use: 0.5-0.9
Regulatory Agencies
Adverse Events from Emollient Use in Eczema: A Restricted Review of Published Data.
Bhanot A, Huntley A, Ridd MJ
Dermatology and therapy, 2019
Measurement of the biomechanical function and structure of ex vivo drying skin using raman spectral analysis and its modulation with emollient mixture
Biniek K, Tfayli A, Vyumvuhore R, Quatela A, Galliano MF et al.
Experimental dermatology, 2018
Measurement of the biomechanical function and structure of ex vivo drying skin using raman spectral analysis and its modulation with emollient mixture
Biniek K, Tfayli A, Vyumvuhore R, Quatela A, Galliano MF et al.
Experimental dermatology, 2018
Sorbeth-12 Hexacocoate
European Commission
EU Cosmetic Ingredient Database (CosIng)
Emollients are more than sensory ingredients: the case of isostearyl isostearate.
Dederen JC, Chavan B, Rawlings AV
International journal of cosmetic science, 2012
Restoring Skin Hydration and Barrier Function: Mechanistic Insights Into Basic Emollients for Xerosis Cutis.
Fluhr JW, Muguet V, Christen-Zaech S
International journal of dermatology, 2025
Efficacy of an emollient containing diethylene glycol/dilinoleic acid copolymer for the treatment of dry skin and pruritus in patients with senile xer
Izumi R, Negi O, Suzuki T, Tominaga M, Kamo A et al.
Journal of cosmetic dermatology, 2017
Contact dermatitis caused by polyacrylamide/C13-4 isoparaffin/laureth-7 mix in an emollient cream for atopic skin.
Jaulent C, Dereure O, Raison-Peyron N
Contact dermatitis, 2019
Effect of emollients on UV filter absorbance and sunscreen efficiency.
Sohn M, Amorós-Galicia L, Krus S, Martin K, Herzog B
Journal of photochemistry and photobiology. B, Biology, 2020
Effect of emollients on UV filter absorbance and sunscreen efficiency.
Sohn M, Amorós-Galicia L, Krus S, Martin K, Herzog B
Journal of photochemistry and photobiology. B, Biology, 2020
Effect of emollients on UV filter absorbance and sunscreen efficiency.
Sohn M, Amorós-Galicia L, Krus S, Martin K, Herzog B
Journal of photochemistry and photobiology. B, Biology, 2020
Efficacy of a Rhealba® Oat Extract-based emollient on chr...
J Theunis, H Chaussade, O Bourgeois, V Mengeaud
Journal of the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology : JEADV, 2017
Efficacy of a Rhealba® Oat Extract-based emollient on chr...
J Theunis, H Chaussade, O Bourgeois, V Mengeaud
Journal of the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology : JEADV, 2017
Efficient Development of Green Emulsifier/Emollient-Based Emulsion Vehicles: From RSM Optimal Experimental Design to Abridged In Vivo Assessment.
Vukašinović M, Savić S, Cekić N, Ilić T, Pantelić I et al.
Pharmaceutics, 2023
Efficient Development of Green Emulsifier/Emollient-Based Emulsion Vehicles: From RSM Optimal Experimental Design to Abridged In Vivo Assessment.
Vukašinović M, Savić S, Cekić N, Ilić T, Pantelić I et al.
Pharmaceutics, 2023
Efficient Development of Green Emulsifier/Emollient-Based Emulsion Vehicles: From RSM Optimal Experimental Design to Abridged In Vivo Assessment.
Vukašinović M, Savić S, Cekić N, Ilić T, Pantelić I et al.
Pharmaceutics, 2023
Efficient Development of Green Emulsifier/Emollient-Based Emulsion Vehicles: From RSM Optimal Experimental Design to Abridged In Vivo Assessment.
Vukašinović M, Savić S, Cekić N, Ilić T, Pantelić I et al.
Pharmaceutics, 2023
Efficient Development of Green Emulsifier/Emollient-Based Emulsion Vehicles: From RSM Optimal Experimental Design to Abridged In Vivo Assessment.
Vukašinović M, Savić S, Cekić N, Ilić T, Pantelić I et al.
Pharmaceutics, 2023
Verified Jun 2026
Data: CosIng · EWG · CIR