Ingredient
Octyldodecanol
2-Octyldodecanol
Eutanol G
What it is
A branched-chain fatty alcohol widely used as a lightweight emollient and solvent in skincare, sun care, and color cosmetic formulations.
How it works
Spreads easily on skin to provide a smooth, non-greasy emollient feel and helps dissolve and disperse oil-soluble ingredients such as UV filters.
What it does
Emollient
Solvent
Skin conditioning
Concerns to know
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Well tolerated
No significant safety concern is reported for this ingredient as used in cosmetics.