Dicetearyl Succinate
AKA “Dicetearyl Succinate
Synthetic
Ingredient Facts
Dicetearyl succinate
Synthetic · Emollient · EWG: 4
Plant-Derived
Emollient
Skin Conditioner
Synthetic
Clean
A natural conditioning agent that softens and smooths skin, leaving it feeling comfortable and hydrated.
CAS #
93280-98-9
Form
Liquid
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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
Traditional Use
Synthetic conditioning agent created for hair and skincare products in the late 20th century. Functions as a non-greasy emollient with improved substantivity to hair and skin.
Skin Types
all-skin-types
Best For
Dryness
Melanin-Rich Skin
Suitable
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
EWG
4
CIR
Safe
Pregnancy
Yes
CIR Safety Findings
Not a Sensitizer
medical-approval
all-shades-safe
Regulatory Status
USApermitted
EUrestricted
JAPANrestricted
CANADArestricted
Verified Feb 2026
Data: CosIng · EWG · CIR
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