Isosorbide Dicaprylate/Bakuchiol/Ethyl Linoleate)

AKA: Plant-Derived Retinol Alternative
Synthetic
Emollient
Skin Conditioner
Retinoid
Not Clean
OriginIsosorbide dicaprylate is synthesized from isosorbide (derived from sorbitol) esterified with caprylic acid. Bakuchiol is derived from the babchi plant and synthetically reproduced through chemical synthesis matching its natural structure. Ethyl linoleate is produced by esterification of linoleic acid with ethanol.
Isosorbide Dicaprylate/Bakuchiol/Ethyl Linoleate) is a cosmetic ingredient.
Form
Liquid
Skin Types
●all-skin-types
Best For
Anti-Aging
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Caution
Functions
Emollient
Fills in the tiny cracks between skin cells to make everything feel smooth and soft. The "silky finish" ingredient.
Skin Conditioning
A catch-all term for ingredients that improve how skin looks and feels — softer, smoother, more supple. The workhorse behind most moisturizers.
Reduces fine lines
Boosts collagen production
Evens pigmentation
Antioxidant protection
EWG
4
CIR
Insufficient
Pregnancy
Caution
Regulatory Status
USAunder review
EU⚠ restricted
JAPAN⚠ restricted
CANADA⚠ restricted
Verified Jun 2026
Data: CosIng · EWG · CIR