Methyl Cocoate
AKA “Methyl Ester of Coconut Fatty Acids”
Synthetic
Ingredient Facts
Methyl cocoate
AKA: Methyl Ester of Coconut Fatty Acids
Synthetic · Emollient · EWG: 4
Plant-Derived Synthetic
Emollient
Skin Conditioner
Plant Oil
Synthetic
Clean
A coconut-derived moisturizer that softens and conditions skin, leaving it smooth and hydrated.
CAS #
61788-59-8
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
A modern synthetic ester derived from coconut oil fatty acids. Created as a lighter alternative to natural coconut oil for use as an emollient in skincare formulations.
Skin Types
●all-skin-types
Best For
Dryness
Melanin-Rich Skin
Suitable
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
Verified Feb 2026
Data: CosIng · EWG · CIR