Ditridecyl Dimer Dilinoleate
AKA “Emollient, Conditioning agent
Synthetic
Ingredient Facts
Ditridecyl dimer dilinoleate
AKA: Emollient, Conditioning agent
Synthetic · Emollient · EWG: 4
Synthetic
Emollient
Skin Conditioner
Synthetic
Clean
9,12-(Z,Z)-Octadecadienoic acid dimer, tridecyl diester Science: Functions: Moisturising, Skin Conditioning, Skin Conditioning - Emollient, Smoothing Safety Ratings: CIR: Safe as used
CAS #
129423-60-5
Form
Liquid
See origin →
Functions
Moisturising
Emollient
Fills in the tiny cracks between skin cells to make everything feel smooth and soft. The "silky finish" ingredient.
Smoothing
Locks In Moisture
Traditional Use
A modern synthetic emollient combining linoleic acid derivatives, developed for advanced skincare formulations. Created to mimic the skin-conditioning properties of natural plant oils while providing stability.
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
medical-approval
all-shades-safe
Phototoxicity Concern
Regulatory Status
USApermitted
EUrestricted
JAPANrestricted
CANADArestricted
Adverse Events from Emollient Use in Eczema: A Restricted Review of Published Data.
Bhanot A, Huntley A, Ridd MJ
Dermatology and therapy, 2019
Measurement of the biomechanical function and structure of ex vivo drying skin using raman spectral analysis and its modulation with emollient mixture
Biniek K, Tfayli A, Vyumvuhore R, Quatela A, Galliano MF et al.
Experimental dermatology, 2018
Measurement of the biomechanical function and structure of ex vivo drying skin using raman spectral analysis and its modulation with emollient mixture
Biniek K, Tfayli A, Vyumvuhore R, Quatela A, Galliano MF et al.
Experimental dermatology, 2018
Ditridecyl Dimer Dilinoleate
European Commission
EU Cosmetic Ingredient Database (CosIng)
Emollients are more than sensory ingredients: the case of isostearyl isostearate.
Dederen JC, Chavan B, Rawlings AV
International journal of cosmetic science, 2012
Protective effect of conditioning agents on Afro-ethnic hair chemically treated with thioglycolate-based straightening emulsion.
Dias TC, Baby AR, Kaneko TM, Velasco MV
Journal of cosmetic dermatology, 2008
Protective effect of conditioning agents on Afro-ethnic hair chemically treated with thioglycolate-based straightening emulsion.
Dias TC, Baby AR, Kaneko TM, Velasco MV
Journal of cosmetic dermatology, 2008
Protective effect of conditioning agents on Afro-ethnic hair chemically treated with thioglycolate-based straightening emulsion.
Dias TC, Baby AR, Kaneko TM, Velasco MV
Journal of cosmetic dermatology, 2008
Protective effect of conditioning agents on Afro-ethnic hair chemically treated with thioglycolate-based straightening emulsion.
Dias TC, Baby AR, Kaneko TM, Velasco MV
Journal of cosmetic dermatology, 2008
Protective effect of conditioning agents on Afro-ethnic hair chemically treated with thioglycolate-based straightening emulsion.
Dias TC, Baby AR, Kaneko TM, Velasco MV
Journal of cosmetic dermatology, 2008
Restoring Skin Hydration and Barrier Function: Mechanistic Insights Into Basic Emollients for Xerosis Cutis.
Fluhr JW, Muguet V, Christen-Zaech S
International journal of dermatology, 2025
b) As a conditioning agent in rinse-off hair care products, (i.e. benzalkonium chloride with chain lengths ≥ 16 C).
Health Canada
Health Canada Cosmetic Ingredient Hotlist
Efficacy of an emollient containing diethylene glycol/dilinoleic acid copolymer for the treatment of dry skin and pruritus in patients with senile xer
Izumi R, Negi O, Suzuki T, Tominaga M, Kamo A et al.
Journal of cosmetic dermatology, 2017
Contact dermatitis caused by polyacrylamide/C13-4 isoparaffin/laureth-7 mix in an emollient cream for atopic skin.
Jaulent C, Dereure O, Raison-Peyron N
Contact dermatitis, 2019
Effect of emollients on UV filter absorbance and sunscreen efficiency.
Sohn M, Amorós-Galicia L, Krus S, Martin K, Herzog B
Journal of photochemistry and photobiology. B, Biology, 2020
Effect of emollients on UV filter absorbance and sunscreen efficiency.
Sohn M, Amorós-Galicia L, Krus S, Martin K, Herzog B
Journal of photochemistry and photobiology. B, Biology, 2020
Effect of emollients on UV filter absorbance and sunscreen efficiency.
Sohn M, Amorós-Galicia L, Krus S, Martin K, Herzog B
Journal of photochemistry and photobiology. B, Biology, 2020
Efficacy of a Rhealba® Oat Extract-based emollient on chr...
J Theunis, H Chaussade, O Bourgeois, V Mengeaud
Journal of the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology : JEADV, 2017
Efficacy of a Rhealba® Oat Extract-based emollient on chr...
J Theunis, H Chaussade, O Bourgeois, V Mengeaud
Journal of the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology : JEADV, 2017
Efficient Development of Green Emulsifier/Emollient-Based Emulsion Vehicles: From RSM Optimal Experimental Design to Abridged In Vivo Assessment.
Vukašinović M, Savić S, Cekić N, Ilić T, Pantelić I et al.
Pharmaceutics, 2023
Efficient Development of Green Emulsifier/Emollient-Based Emulsion Vehicles: From RSM Optimal Experimental Design to Abridged In Vivo Assessment.
Vukašinović M, Savić S, Cekić N, Ilić T, Pantelić I et al.
Pharmaceutics, 2023
Efficient Development of Green Emulsifier/Emollient-Based Emulsion Vehicles: From RSM Optimal Experimental Design to Abridged In Vivo Assessment.
Vukašinović M, Savić S, Cekić N, Ilić T, Pantelić I et al.
Pharmaceutics, 2023
Efficient Development of Green Emulsifier/Emollient-Based Emulsion Vehicles: From RSM Optimal Experimental Design to Abridged In Vivo Assessment.
Vukašinović M, Savić S, Cekić N, Ilić T, Pantelić I et al.
Pharmaceutics, 2023
Efficient Development of Green Emulsifier/Emollient-Based Emulsion Vehicles: From RSM Optimal Experimental Design to Abridged In Vivo Assessment.
Vukašinović M, Savić S, Cekić N, Ilić T, Pantelić I et al.
Pharmaceutics, 2023
Verified Feb 2026
Data: CosIng · EWG · CIR