Emollient

Hydroxystearyl Alcohol

INCI: HYDROXYSTEARYL ALCOHOL
CAS 2726-73-0
1, 12-Ocatadecanediol
Generally Safe
This ingredient has a good safety profile based on available data.
Purpose

Function

Emollient, viscosity controlling agent
Profile

Properties

Silicone
Silicone free
Malassezia
Safe
Fungal Acne
Safe
Details

Description

1, 12-Ocatadecanediol

Reference

Identifiers

CAS Number
2726-73-0
INCI
HYDROXYSTEARYL ALCOHOL
Category
Emollient
Updated
Apr 23, 2026