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Emollient

C18-38 ALKYL HYDROXYSTEAROYL STEARATE

CAS 222722-18-1
82

Safety score · 0–100

Good

Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.

A long-chain wax-ester emollient that adds richness and structure to balms and sticks. Inert and very well tolerated; functions like other safe fatty esters.

Function

SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENTEMULSION STABILISINGVISCOSITY CONTROLLING

Skin benefits

  • Heavy emollient and structurant
  • Adds richness in balms and sticks
  • Inert long-chain wax ester
  • Improves stick stability

Known concerns

  • Heavy waxy feel may not suit all uses
  • Limited cosmetic-specific dossier

References

EU

EU CosIng database

European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry: regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.

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