murphyButyl Avocadate
molecular structure · PubChem
AKA: Butyl Avocado Oil Ester
Synthetic
Skin Conditioner
Clean
OriginDerived from avocado oil fatty acids and butyl alcohol, both petroleum and plant-derived sources. Synthesized through esterification reaction between avocado fatty acids and butanol under catalytic conditions.
Butyl Avocadate is the ester of butyl alcohol and the fatty acid derived from Persea Gratissima oil
Skin Types
●all-skin-types, gentle
Best For
Dryness
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
Functions
Skin Conditioning
A catch-all term for ingredients that improve how skin looks and feels — softer, smoother, more supple. The workhorse behind most moisturizers.
Locks in moisture
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Verified Jun 2026
Data: CosIng · EWG · CIR