OriginSynthesized from propylene glycol and isostearic acid, a saturated fatty acid derivative from hydrogenated vegetable oils. Produced through esterification, combining propylene glycol with isostearic acid under controlled chemical conditions.
Isooctadecanoic acid, monoester with propane-1,2-diol
Formula
C21H42O3
Mol. Weight
342.60
CAS #
68171-38-0, 63799-53-1
Form
Liquid
Skin Types
●all-skin-types
Best For
General
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.
Cleansing
Makes oil and water mix so dirt, makeup, and sunscreen can actually be washed away. The reason your face wash foams.
Locks in moisture
The paper trail
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⚖️Regulatory1 listing →
🛡️Safety-assessed3 reviews →
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