Cetearyl Olivate

The Basics On Cetearyl Olivate

What is Cetearyl Olivate?

Cetearyl olivate is an ester of cetearyl alcohol and fatty acids from olive oil.

What are other names for Cetearyl Olivate?

CETEARYL OLIVATE

What is Cetearyl Olivate used for?

Cetearyl olivate is an oily, waxy ester of cetearyl alcohol and the fatty acids from olive oil. Combined with sorbitan olivate it forms a nonionic emulsifier that helps blend ingredients together in cosmetic formulas. It moisturises and softens the skin while giving products a smooth and luxurious feel.

How Cetearyl Olivate is classified

Slip Agents, Emulsifiers, Texture Enhancer

Recommendations for using Cetearyl Olivate during pregnancy and breastfeeding

Limited data suggests no known risk

 

Cetearyl Olivate During Pregnancy

What we know about using Cetearyl Olivate while pregnant or breastfeeding

Limited information available.

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General safety info about Cetearyl Olivate from CIR

The CIR Expert Panel assessed the safety of 237 alkyl esters for use in cosmetics, concluding that these ingredients are safe in cosmetic formulations in the present practices of use and concentration when formulated to be non-irritating. The alkyl esters included in this assessment have a variety of reported functions in cosmetics, with skin conditioning agent being the most common function. The Panel reviewed available animal and clinical data in making its determination of safety on these ingredients, and, where there were data gaps, similarity in structure, properties, functions and uses of these ingredients allowed for extrapolation of the available toxicological data to assess the safety of the entire group

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Products where you might find Cetearyl Olivate

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