C10-40 Isoalkyl Acid Triglyceride
molecular structure · PubChem
AKA: Synthetic triglyceride, Emollient oil
Synthetic
Emollient
Skin Conditioner
Hair Care
Acid
Not Clean
C10-40 Isoalkyl Acid Triglyceride is the triester of glycerin and C10-40 Isoalkyl Acid
State
Solid
Functions
Hair Conditioning
A catch-all term for ingredients that improve how skin looks and feels — softer, smoother, more supple. The workhorse behind most moisturizers.
Skin Conditioning
A catch-all term for ingredients that improve how skin looks and feels — softer, smoother, more supple. The workhorse behind most moisturizers.
Emollient
Fills in the tiny cracks between skin cells to make everything feel smooth and soft. The "silky finish" ingredient.
Viscosity Controlling
Locks In Moisture
Traditional Use
Synthetic triglyceride ester created as a modern cosmetic ingredient to mimic the properties of natural plant oils while providing enhanced stability and preservation characteristics.
Skin Types
●all-skin-types
Best For
Dryness
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
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Verified Jun 2026
Data: CosIng · EWG · CIR