Dipentaerythrityl Hexahydroxystearate
A cosmetic ingredient used as skin conditioning, smoothing, surfactant - emulsifying in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Octanoic acid, 12-hydroxy, hexaester with 2,2'-[oxybismethylene]bis[2-(hydroxymethyl)-1,3-propanediol]
What does it do?
Dipentaerythrityl Hexahydroxystearate is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Skin conditioning
improves the appearance, feel, and condition of skin
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Smoothing
smooths the surface of skin or hair, reducing roughness
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Surfactant - emulsifying
surfactant that forms and stabilises emulsions of oil and water — without it, creams and lotions would separate
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Viscosity controlling
adjusts the thickness or flow of a formulation
EU regulatory status
Dipentaerythrityl Hexahydroxystearate is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the European Union under Regulation 1223/2009. It is not subject to a specific Annex restriction at the time of writing.
Frequently asked questions
What is Dipentaerythrityl Hexahydroxystearate?
Dipentaerythrityl Hexahydroxystearate is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Octanoic acid, 12-hydroxy, hexaester with 2,2'-[oxybismethylene]bis[2-(hydroxymethyl)-1,3-propanediol]
Is Dipentaerythrityl Hexahydroxystearate allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Dipentaerythrityl Hexahydroxystearate is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Dipentaerythrityl Hexahydroxystearate do in cosmetic products?
Dipentaerythrityl Hexahydroxystearate is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: skin conditioning, smoothing, surfactant - emulsifying, viscosity controlling.
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Source: EU CosIng database (European Commission). This page is derived from public-sector information published by the European Commission. · Last updated: 15/10/2010