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DILAURYL MALEATE/C20 OLEFIN COPOLYMER.

Questionable CAS - / EMULSION STABILISING, SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT, VISCOSITY CONTROLLING

DILAURYL MALEATE/C20 OLEFIN COPOLYMER is a synthetic polymer employed in cosmetic formulations for its multifunctional properties. It plays a critical role in stabilizing emulsions, imparting a softening effect to the skin, and precisely controlling product texture and flow. This ingredient is oil-soluble and assists in maintaining the integrity and sensory feel of skincare products.

Emulsion Stabilization Emollience Viscosity Control

Science

This copolymer functions in cosmetic formulations primarily by stabilizing emulsions, contributing emollience to improve skin feel, and precisely modifying product viscosity for optimal application and consistency.


Research

Insufficient-data confidence
Effective range N/A
Optimal

N/A


Transparency

Not commonly dusted

The Formula

Solubility
Oil
Optimal pH N/A
0 7 14

Safety

CIR Status
Not reviewed
Sensitization risk Moderate

While generally considered non-irritating, this ingredient may present aesthetic, stability, or other formulation challenges. There is a noted likelihood of irritation, with the risk potentially increasing when combined with other ingredients identified as problematic in a formulation. The Cosmetic Ingredient Review (CIR) has not yet assessed this ingredient.


Your Skin

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

Our Assessment

Questionable

Given its 'not reviewed' CIR status and noted potential for irritation in certain contexts, this ingredient's use is questionable for precision skincare, despite its functional utility.


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