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Emollient ester

DECYL SUCCINATE

CAS 2530-33-8
75

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

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

Decyl succinate is a lightweight succinic-acid ester used as a silky, non-greasy emollient in lotions and creams. It enhances spreadability and skin feel without occlusive heaviness.

Function

SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT, SKIN CONDITIONING

Skin benefits

  • Emollient with silky, non-greasy feel
  • Improves product spreadability
  • Compatible with sensitive-skin formulas
  • Biodegradable ester

Known concerns

  • Limited published CIR review on the exact ester
  • Mild comedogenicity possible in acne-prone skin

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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