murphyHexyldecyl Oleate
AKA: 2-Hexyldecyl oleate, 94278-07-6, 2-hexyldecyl ester, 2-HEXYLDECYL ESTER, HEXYLDECYL OLEATE [INCI]
Synthetic
Emollient
Cleanser
Emulsifier
Skin Conditioner
Not Clean
OriginSynthesized from oleic acid and hexyl-decyl alcohols, both derived from petroleum or plant-based sources.
Produced through esterification, combining oleic acid with hexyl-decyl alcohol under catalytic conditions to form the ester compound.
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
C34H66O2
Mol. Weight
506.90
CAS #
94278-07-6
Form
Oil
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.
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.
Locks In Moisture
The paper trail
🔬Peer-reviewednone on file
⚖️Regulatory1 listing →
🛡️Safety-assessed1 review →
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Verified Jun 2026
Data: PubChem · CosIng · EWG · CIR