Hydrogenated Dimer Dilinoleth-60
AKA “Hydrogenated Dimer Linoleate
Synthetic
Ingredient Facts
Hydrogenated dimer dilinoleth-60
AKA: Hydrogenated Dimer Linoleate
Synthetic · Cleansing · EWG: 4
Synthetic
Cleanser
Emulsifier
Synthetic
Clean
Hydrogenated Dimer Dilinoleth-60 is the polyethylene glycol derivative of hydrogenated dimer dilinoleyl alcohol containing an average of 60 moles of ethylene oxide Science: Process: Catalytic Hydrogenation | Functions: Surfactant - Cleansing, Surfactant - Emulsifying Safety Ratings: CIR: Safe as used
Effective at 9.03%
CAS #
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Form
Liquid
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Functions
Cleansing
Makes oil and water mix so dirt, makeup, and sunscreen can actually be washed away. The reason your face wash foams.
Emulsifying
Forces oil and water to stay mixed instead of separating into layers. The unsung hero holding your lotion together.
Cleansing Surfactant
Emulsifier
Anti-Aging Benefits
Antioxidant Protection
Reduces Inflammation
Removes Impurities
Mixes Oil & Water
Traditional Use
This is a synthetic cosmetic ingredient developed in the late 20th century to function as an emulsifier and thickener. It has no traditional or historical use outside of modern cosmetics.
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
0.06%
18.0%
0%25%
Effective Range
CIR reported use: 0.1-18 | 0.3-10 | 1-4 | 0.06-10
Regulatory Status
USApermitted
EUrestricted
JAPANrestricted
CANADArestricted
Verified Feb 2026
Data: CosIng · EWG · CIR