murphyDimethiconol Hydroxystearate
molecular structure · PubChem
AKA: Silicone-Hydroxystearate Complex
Plant-Derived
Emollient
Skin Conditioner
Not Clean
OriginDerived from silicone compounds, specifically dimethicone modified with hydroxystearate ester groups. Synthesized through esterification of dimethicone with hydroxystearic acid.
Siloxanes and Silicones, Dimethyl, [(12-Hydroxy-1-Oxooctadecyl)Oxy]- Terminated
CAS #
133448-13-2
Form
Liquid
Skin Types
●all-skin-types
Best For
Dryness
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
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.
Locks In Moisture
The paper trail
🔬Peer-reviewednone on file
⚖️Regulatory1 listing →
🛡️Safety-assessed1 review →
Counts, not a verdict. A listing isn't a study. The trail, you decide.
Verified Jun 2026
Data: CosIng · EWG · CIR