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Emollient

METHYL OLEATE/PALMITATE/LINOLEATE/STEARATE

CAS 67762-38-3
72

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

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

A blend of methyl esters of palmitic, stearic, oleic and linoleic acids — fatty-acid emollients used for slip and softness. Generally well tolerated.

Function

SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENTSKIN CONDITIONINGSOLVENTSURFACTANT - CLEANSING

Skin benefits

  • Lightweight emollient ester blend
  • Improves spreadability and skin feel
  • Plant-derived fatty-acid backbone

Known concerns

  • Mild eye/skin irritation potential at high %
  • Comedogenic for some users
  • Limited skin-only dossier

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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