Ethylhexyl Oleate
molecular structure · PubChem
AKA: 2-Ethylhexyl oleate, 26399-02-0, 2-ethylhexyl ester, 2-Ethylhexanol oleic acid ester, SABODERM EO, SYMPATENS-EO, DUB OO
Synthetic
Emollient
Skin Conditioner
Not Clean
The CIR Expert Panel concluded that the alkyl esters, listed subsequently, are safe in the present practices of use and concentration described in this safety assessment when formulated to be non-irritating.
Formula
C26H50O2
Mol. Weight
394.70
CAS #
26399-02-0
Form
Liquid
State
Liquid; Other Solid
Functions
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
Developed as a synthetic counterpart to oleic acid, which has been used in traditional skincare for centuries. Created to provide consistent emollient properties and better shelf stability than natural oleic acid sources.
Skin Types
●all-skin-types
Best For
Dryness
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
The paper trail
🔬Peer-reviewed1 paper →
⚖️Regulatory1 listing →
🛡️Safety-assessed1 review →
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Verified Jun 2026
Data: PubChem · CosIng · EWG · CIR