OriginSynthesized from tridecyl alcohol and 2-ethylhexanoic acid, both petroleum-derived chemical compounds. Produced through esterification reaction, combining the alcohol and carboxylic acid under catalytic conditions.
Hexanoic acid, 2-ethyl-, tridecyl ester
Formula
C21H42O2
Mol. Weight
326.60
CAS #
125804-07-1
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.
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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EWG
4
CIR
Safe as used
Pregnancy
Yes
Concentration Guide
CIR's newest survey reports no concentration of use.
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