Octyldodecyl Hydroxystearate
molecular structure · PubChem
AKA: 74659-70-4, Octadecanoic acid, 2-octyldodecyl ester, 2-OCTYLDODECYL 12-HYDROXYOCTADECANOATE, GGFRVKGOEQKYKH-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Plant-Derived
Skin Conditioner
Not Clean
Octadecanoic acid, 12-hydroxy-, 2-octyldodecyl ester
Formula
C38H76O3
Mol. Weight
581.00
CAS #
74659-70-4
Form
Liquid
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.
Locks in moisture
Traditional Use
Modern synthetic ester derived from oleic acid compounds, developed in the 20th century to provide emollient and skin-conditioning properties. No traditional use; created to improve moisturization and product texture.
Skin Types
●all-skin-types
Best For
Dryness
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
The paper trail
🔬Peer-reviewednone on file
⚖️Regulatory1 listing →
🛡️Safety-assessed2 reviews →
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Verified Jun 2026
Data: PubChem · CosIng · EWG · CIR