Dihexyldecyl Adipate
molecular structure · PubChem
AKA: Bis(2-hexyldecyl) adipate, ADIPIC ACID, DIHYEXYLDECYL ESTER, HEXANEDIOIC ACID, 1, 6-BIS(2-HEXYLDECYL) ESTER, (+-)-DIHEXYLDECYL ADIPATE, DIHEXYLDECYL ADIPATE [INCI], Hexanedioic acid, Bis(2-hexyldecyl) ester
Synthetic
Emollient
Solvent
Skin Conditioner
Not Clean
Adipic Acid, dihexyldecyl Ester
Formula
C38H74O4
Mol. Weight
595.00
Form
Liquid
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.
Emollient
Fills in the tiny cracks between skin cells to make everything feel smooth and soft. The "silky finish" ingredient.
Solvent
Dissolves other ingredients so they distribute evenly in the formula. Often the invisible "base" everything else is mixed into.
Locks In Moisture
Traditional Use
Synthetic ester designed for cosmetic emollients and skin conditioning. Formulated to provide lightweight moisture without the heaviness of traditional plant-based 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