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DIETHYLENE GLYCOL DIBENZOATE.

Optional CAS 120-55-8 / HAIR CONDITIONING, PLASTICISER, SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT

This ingredient functions as an emollient, promoting smooth skin, and a plasticizer, enhancing product texture and spreadability within cosmetic formulations.

Emollient Plasticizer Softener Hair Conditioning Agent Perfume Stabilizer

Science

As an emollient, it contributes to a soft skin feel. As a plasticizer, it improves product flexibility and workability, leading to enhanced texture and optimized spreadability.


Research

Insufficient-data confidence
Effective range N/A
Optimal

N/A


Transparency

Not commonly dusted

The Formula

Solubility
Both
Optimal pH 5 – 7
0 7 14

Stability

Optimal stability is observed between pH 5 and 7. Outside this range, particularly at pH 8, its half-life significantly decreases to 49 days due to base-catalyzed hydrolysis.


Safety

CIR Status
Not reviewed
Sensitization risk Unknown

While generally considered low in toxicity for Dibenzoate esters, this compound is classified as causing serious eye irritation (Category 2, H319). Its toxicological properties have not been thoroughly investigated by the CIR.


Your Skin

No Normal
No Dry
No Oily
No Sensitive
Irritancy Unknown
Comedogenicity Unknown

Our Assessment

Optional

This ingredient offers formulation benefits as an emollient and plasticizer; however, comprehensive safety data, particularly regarding skin compatibility, is limited.


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