C15-18 Glycol
molecular structure · PubChem
AKA: Fatty Acid Glycol
Synthetic
Emollient
Emulsifier
Skin Conditioner
Plant Oil
Not Clean
Glycols, 1,2-, C15-18
CAS #
70750-40-2
Form
Liquid
Functions
Emulsion Stabilising
Forces oil and water to stay mixed instead of separating into layers. The unsung hero holding your lotion together.
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.
Locks In Moisture
Traditional Use
A modern synthetic humectant created for cosmetic formulations in the 20th century. Designed to enhance moisture retention and improve product feel.
Skin Types
●all-skin-types
Best For
Dehydration
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
The paper trail
🔬Peer-reviewednone on file
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Verified Jun 2026
Data: CosIng · EWG · CIR