murphyCoconut Alcohol
molecular structure · PubChem
AKA: Coconut Oil Alcohol, Coconut Fatty Alcohol, Cocamidopropyl Alcohol
Plant-Derived Synthetic
Emollient
Cleanser
Emulsifier
Skin Conditioner
Plant Oil
Clean
OriginNative to Pacific Islands, Southeast Asia, India. Derived from coconut oil, a botanical fat from coconut nuts grown in tropical regions like Southeast Asia and the Pacific Islands. Produced through hydrogenation of coconut oil to create a saturated fatty alcohol with enhanced stability.
Alcohols, coco
CAS #
68425-37-6
Form
Liquid
Skin Types
●all-skin-types
Best For
Dryness
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
Allergen Warning
⚠️ Tree Nut (Coconut)
Functions
Emulsion Stabilising
Forces oil and water to stay mixed instead of separating into layers. The unsung hero holding your lotion together.
Light Stabilizer
Emollient
Fills in the tiny cracks between skin cells to make everything feel smooth and soft. The "silky finish" ingredient.
Cleansing
Makes oil and water mix so dirt, makeup, and sunscreen can actually be washed away. The reason your face wash foams.
Emulsifying
Forces oil and water to stay mixed instead of separating into layers. The unsung hero holding your lotion together.
Foam Boosting
Viscosity Controlling
Locks In Moisture
The paper trail
🔬Peer-reviewednone on file
⚖️Regulatory1 listing →
🛡️Safety-assessed2 reviews →
Counts, not a verdict. A listing isn't a study. The trail, you decide.
Verified Jun 2026
Data: CosIng · EWG · CIR