Oleyl Arachidate

AKA: Octadec-9-enyl icosanoate, 156952-79-3, 22393-96-0, Octadec-9-en-1-yl icosanoate
Synthetic
Emollient
Skin Conditioner
Not Clean
OriginSynthesized from oleyl alcohol and arachidic acid, both derived from natural fatty acid sources. Produced through esterification, combining the two fatty acid components under controlled chemical conditions.
9-(Z)-Octadecenyl eicosanoate
Formula
C38H74O2
Mol. Weight
563.00
CAS #
22393-96-0
Form
Wax
Skin Types
●all-skin-types
Best For
Dryness
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
Functions
Emollient
Fills in the tiny cracks between skin cells to make everything feel smooth and soft. The "silky finish" ingredient.
Locks In Moisture
The paper trail
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Verified Jun 2026
Data: PubChem · CosIng · EWG · CIR
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