Ethylhexyl Hydroxystearate
AKA “2-Ethylhexyl 12-hydroxyoctadecanoate, Octadecanoic acid, 2-ethylhexyl ester, 2-Ethylhexyl 12-hydroxystearate, 2-Ethylhexyl hydroxystearate, RISOCAST IOHS, CRODAMOL OHS”
Synthetic
Ingredient Facts
Ethylhexyl hydroxystearate
AKA: 2-Ethylhexyl 12-hydroxyoctadecanoate, Octadecanoic acid, 2-ethylhexyl ester, 2-Ethylhexyl 12-hydroxystearate, 2-Ethylhexyl hydroxystearate, RISOCAST IOHS, CRODAMOL OHS
Synthetic · Emollient · EWG: 4
Plant-Derived
Emollient
Skin Conditioner
Plant Oil
Synthetic
Clean
A lightweight moisturizing ingredient derived from natural sources that softens and smooths skin while helping it retain hydration.
Effective at 20.5%
Formula
C26H52O3
Mol. Weight
412.70
CAS #
29710-25-6, 29383-26-4
Form
Liquid
See origin →
Functions
Emollient
Fills in the tiny cracks between skin cells to make everything feel smooth and soft. The "silky finish" ingredient.
Viscosity Controlling
Locks In Moisture
Traditional Use
A synthetic ester created for skincare applications. Used as an emollient and thickening agent in premium creams and anti-aging formulations.
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
Concentration Guide
0.0006%
41.0%
0%57%
Effective Range
CIR reported use: 0.0006-41 | 0.01-41 | 0.09-18
Regulatory Agencies
Verified Feb 2026
Data: PubChem · CosIng · EWG · CIR