Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Oleic acid esters are known penetration enhancers - may increase absorption of other ingredients through the skin barrier; potentially comedogenic in acne-prone individuals. Excellent spreading characteristics; widely used as a lubricant in color cosmetics to improve application; the oleate chain provides good emolliency but the penetration-enhancing property must be considered when co-formulating with actives
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Isopropyl Oleate safe in cosmetics?
Oleic acid esters are known penetration enhancers - may increase absorption of other ingredients through the skin barrier; potentially comedogenic in acne-prone individuals. Excellent spreading characteristics; widely used as a lubricant in color cosmetics to improve application; the oleate chain provides good emolliency but the penetration-enhancing property must be considered when co-formulating with actives The EU classifies Isopropyl Oleate as "permitted". Safety rating: MODERATE.
Is Isopropyl Oleate allowed in the EU?
Isopropyl Oleate EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Isopropyl Oleate do in cosmetics?
Isopropyl Oleate functions as: Emollient; emulsifier; bodying agent; spreading agent; lubricant. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 112-11-8.
What is the Margin of Safety for Isopropyl Oleate?
not established The Margin of Safety (MoS) is calculated using SCCS methodology. A MoS above 100 is generally considered safe. Use the MoS Calculator tool to calculate MoS for your specific formulation and product category.
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