Bis Behenyl/Isostearyl/Phytosteryl Dimer Dilinoleyl Dimer Dilinoleate
AKA “Polyglyceryl Ester, Emollient Ester
Synthetic
Ingredient Facts
Bis behenyl/isostearyl/phytosteryl dimer dilinoleyl dimer dilinoleate
AKA: Polyglyceryl Ester, Emollient Ester
Synthetic · Emollient · EWG: 1
Plant-Derived Synthetic
Emollient
Skin Conditioner
Synthetic
Clean
A plant-derived conditioning agent that softens and smooths skin and hair while adding texture and richness to formulas.
Form
Liquid
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Functions
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.
Thickener
Conditions Hair
Softens & Smooths
Controls Viscosity
Traditional Use
A modern synthetic ester developed for cosmetics in the late 20th century, designed as an emollient and conditioning agent to improve skin feel and reduce tacky sensations in formulations.
Skin Types
all-skin-types, gentle
Best For
Dryness
Melanin-Rich Skin
Suitable
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
EWG
1
CIR
Insufficient
Pregnancy
Yes
CIR Safety Findings
ewg-1
pregnancy-nursing-safe
all-shades-safe
Regulatory Status
USAunder review
EUrestricted
JAPANrestricted
CANADArestricted
Verified Feb 2026
Data: CosIng · EWG · CIR