murphyHydrogenated Dimer Dilinoleth-40
molecular structure · PubChem
AKA: Hydrogenated Dimer Linoleate
Synthetic
Cleanser
Emulsifier
Not Clean
OriginDerived from hydrogenated dimer dilinoleyl alcohol, a synthetic fatty alcohol derivative from linoleic acid sources.
Produced through catalytic hydrogenation followed by ethoxylation with approximately 40 moles of ethylene oxide.
Hydrogenated Dimer Dilinoleth-40 is the polyethylene glycol derivative of hydrogenated dimer dilinoleyl alcohol containing an average of 40 moles of ethylene oxide
CAS #
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Form
Liquid
Skin Types
●all-skin-types
Best For
Dryness
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
Functions
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.
Cleansing Surfactant
Emulsifier
Anti-Aging Benefits
Antioxidant Protection
Reduces Inflammation
Removes Impurities
Mixes Oil & Water
The paper trail
🔬Peer-reviewed1 paper →
⚖️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