Cetearyl Ethylhexanoate
molecular structure · PubChem
AKA: Hexadecyl 2-ethylhexanoate, 59130-69-7, Cetyl 2-ethylhexanoate, Cetyl ethylhexanoate, Cetearyl octanoate, HEXANOIC ACID, HEXADECYL ESTER, 90411-68-0
Synthetic
Emollient
Emulsifier
Synthetic
Clean
The Panel concluded that the alkyl ethylhexanoates, listed below, are safe in the present practices of use and concentration described in the safety assessment when formulated to be non-irritating...Cetearyl Ethylhexanoate...
Effective at 17.5%
Formula
C24H48O2
Mol. Weight
368.60
CAS #
90411-68-0
Form
Liquid
Functions
Emollient
Fills in the tiny cracks between skin cells to make everything feel smooth and soft. The "silky finish" ingredient.
Emulsifying
Forces oil and water to stay mixed instead of separating into layers. The unsung hero holding your lotion together.
Softens & Smooths
Conditions Hair
Conditions Skin
Smooths and softens skin
Softens and detangles hair
Traditional Use
A modern synthetic emollient ester developed in the 20th century cosmetics industry. Created to provide lightweight, non-greasy skin conditioning and improved spreadability in cosmetic formulations as an alternative to natural oils.
Skin Types
●all-skin-types
Best For
Dryness
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
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Verified Jun 2026
Data: PubChem · CosIng · EWG · CIR