The Basics On Octyldodecanol
What is Octyldodecanol?
Opacifying agent, used primarily as a texture enhancer in moisturizers because of its lubricating and emollient properties.
What are other names for Octyldodecanol?
1-DODECANOL, 2-OCTYL-, 1DODECANOL, 2OCTYL, 2-OCTYL DODECANOL, 2-OCTYL- 1-DODECANOL, 2-OCTYLDODECAN-1-OL, 2-OCTYLDODECANOL, 2-OCTYLDODECYL ALCOHOL, OCTYDODECANOL, and OCTYLDODECANOL
What is Octyldodecanol used for?
It’s often used as a texture enhancer in moisturizers and lip products due to its lubricating and emollient properties. Octyldodecanol also helps prevent a formula from separating into its oil and liquid components. It’s a synthetic ingredient.
How Octyldodecanol is classified
Texture Enhancer, Emollients
Recommendations for using Octyldodecanol during pregnancy and breastfeeding
Limited data suggests no known risk
Octyldodecanol During Pregnancy
What we know about using Octyldodecanol while pregnant or breastfeeding
Limited information available.
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General safety info about Octyldodecanol from CIR
No report found.
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Products where you might find Octyldodecanol
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List of References
General sources: Drugs and Lactation Database (LactMed) [Internet]. Bethesda (MD): National Library of Medicine (US); 2006-. Available from: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK501922/
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