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Octyldodecyl Safflowerate
AKA “Safflower Oil Ester, Safflower Seed Oil Ester”
Synthetic
Ingredient Facts
Octyldodecyl safflowerate
AKA: Safflower Oil Ester, Safflower Seed Oil Ester
Synthetic · Emollient · EWG: 4
Plant-Derived
Emollient
Skin Conditioner
Synthetic
Clean
Octyldodecyl Safflowerate is the ester of Octyldodecanol and the fatty acids derived from Carthamus Tinctorius (Safflower) Science: Origin: Botanic/Natural | Functions: Skin Conditioning - Emollient Safety Ratings: CIR: Safe as used
Family
Asteraceae (Daisy family)
CAS #
-
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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 synthetic ester created from safflower oil components in the 20th century. Developed as a lightweight, non-greasy emollient that mimics the skin-conditioning benefits of natural plant oils.
Skin Types
●all-skin-types
Best For
Dryness
Melanin-Rich Skin
Suitable
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
EWG
4
CIR
Safe w/Qualifications
Pregnancy
Yes
CIR Safety Findings
Not a Sensitizer
medical-approval
all-shades-safe
Regulatory Status
USA✔ permitted
EU⚠ restricted
JAPAN⚠ restricted
CANADA⚠ restricted
Verified Feb 2026
Data: CosIng · EWG · CIR