Functional Role

Emollients

232 products serving this function

Emollients soften and smooth skin and hair by filling between cells and adding slip. RawSource supplies esters, plant oils, silicones, and hydrocarbon emollients in bulk.

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D-Alpha-Tocopherol (Vitamin E)
CAS 59-02-9
Natural-source vitamin E supplied in powder form as an antioxidant active. Industry references record use as an antioxidant in oils and fats, a vitamin E nutrient and supplement, and an animal-feed additive.
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D-Alpha-Tocopheryl Acetate (Vitamin E Acetate)
CAS 58-95-7
An oxidation-stable vitamin E ester supplied as an oil for supplement and cosmetic use. Industry references record use as an antioxidant in oils, a vitamin E supplement, a common form in sunscreen and skin-care products, and a UV stabilizer.
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D-Panthenol (Provitamin B5, Dexpanthenol)
CAS 81-13-0
The alcohol form of vitamin B5, used as a humectant and skin- and hair-conditioning active in personal care. It is used as a skin-conditioning, hair-conditioning, and antistatic ingredient in cosmetic and personal-care formulations.
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Silicone Fluids & Oils
Decamethyltetrasiloxane (MD2M)
CAS 141-62-8
Decamethyltetrasiloxane (MD2M) is a linear tetrasiloxane with a viscosity of approximately 2 cSt at 25°C. It is used as an intermediate in silicone polymer production and as a low-viscosity carrier fluid in industrial formulations.
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Decyl Alcohol (1-Decanol, Decanol)
CAS 112-30-1
A C10 fatty alcohol feedstock bridging plasticizer, surfactant, and fragrance manufacturing. It is used in the manufacture of plasticizers, synthetic lubricants, surfactants, and petroleum additives, as a solvent and antifoam, and as a fragrance and flavor ingredient.
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Decyl Oleate
CAS 3687-46-5
A light, fast-spreading emollient ester that delivers a non-greasy skin feel in creams and color cosmetics. It is used as an emollient and skin-conditioning agent in cosmetic and personal-care formulations.
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Dibutyl Adipate (DBA)
CAS 105-99-7
A low-viscosity adipate ester offering emollient slip in cosmetics and plasticizer flexibility in polymers. It is used as an emollient and film-forming agent in cosmetics and as a plasticizer for PVC and polyurethane systems.
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Dicaprylyl Carbonate (DCC)
CAS 1680-31-5
A light, oxidatively stable dialkyl-carbonate emollient that boosts spreadability and active delivery. It is used as an emollient, solvent, and spreading agent in cosmetic and personal-care formulations.
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Solvents - Aliphatic
Dicaprylyl Ether
CAS 629-82-3
A non-polar dialkyl-ether emollient delivering velvety slip and low surface tension in care products. It is used as an emollient and solvent in cosmetic and personal-care formulations.
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Solvents - Aliphatic
Diethylhexylcyclohexane
CAS 84753-08-2
A branched cyclic hydrocarbon used as a light, non-greasy emollient base in personal-care formulations. In cosmetic ingredient nomenclature it is classified as an emollient and skin-conditioning agent for personal-care formulations.
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Diisopropyl Adipate
CAS 6938-94-9
A light, low-odor diester emollient that improves spreadability and cuts tackiness in formulations. It is used as an emollient and solvent in cosmetic and personal-care formulations and as a flavoring agent; EPA Safer Choice lists it as low concern.
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Diisopropyl Sebacate
CAS 7491-02-3
A long-chain diester emollient delivering a dry, silky skin feel and broad active solubility. It is used as an emollient and solvent in cosmetic and personal-care formulations; EPA Safer Choice verifies it as low concern.
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Silicone Fluids & Oils
Dimethicone (PDMS)
CAS 9006-65-9
Dimethicone is the flagship linear silicone fluid (polydimethylsiloxane), selected by viscosity across a wide grade ladder. Low-cSt volatile grades act as carriers and spreading agents; mid grades deliver slip, gloss and softening; high-viscosity grades provide damping, dielectric and antifoam performance.
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Dimethicone (Polydimethylsiloxane, PDMS)
CAS 9006-65-9
A linear silicone fluid that brings slip, lubrication, and foam control to both industrial and personal-care systems. It is used as an antifoam in aqueous systems, petroleum processing, and detergents; as a lubricant for films, yarn, and fillers; and as an emollient, skin-conditioning, antifoaming, and…
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Dimethiconol
CAS 31692-79-2
A high-molecular-weight silanol-terminated silicone that lays down a smoothing, water-repellent film for shine and slip. It is used in personal-care formulation as an emollient and conditioning agent for skin and hair, as a film former, and as an antifoaming agent.
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Dimethyl Maleate (DMM)
CAS 624-48-6
A low-molecular-weight unsaturated maleate ester used as a synthetic building block. The reactive double bond supports addition and copolymerization chemistry. It is handled as a reactive intermediate in specialty-chemical synthesis.
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Dioctyl Adipate (DOA)
CAS 103-23-1
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Silicone Fluids & Oils
Dodecamethylpentasiloxane (MD3M)
CAS 141-63-9
Decamethylcyclopentasiloxane (D5) is a cyclic silicone fluid that provides emolliency, lubrication, and slip & leveling properties in industrial formulations. This silicone compound is utilized across beauty & personal care, HI&I cleaning, plastics & polymers, and water treatment applications.
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Solvents - Aliphatic
Dodecane (n-Dodecane, n-C12)
CAS 112-40-3
A pure n-paraffin supplied as a high-boiling solvent and fuel-research reference fluid. Established uses include service as a solvent in organic synthesis, degreasing and ink applications, a jet-fuel surrogate in combustion research, a distillation chaser, and a process fluid in paper and rubber industries.
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Epoxidized Soybean Oil (ESBO, ESO)
CAS 8013-07-8
A bio-based PVC additive that plasticizes and stabilizes in one molecule by mopping up liberated HCl. It is used as a secondary plasticizer and co-stabilizer for polyvinyl chloride, where it also scavenges the hydrogen chloride liberated during PVC processing.
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Glycols & Polyols
Ethylene Glycol Distearate (Glycol Distearate, EGDS)
CAS 627-83-8
A stearate diester that delivers pearlescence and body to surfactant formulations. In surfactant systems it imparts a pearl or opaque appearance while also acting as an emulsifier, emollient, and viscosity modifier.
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Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate
CAS 5466-77-3
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Ethylhexyl Stearate (Octyl Stearate)
CAS 22047-49-0
A light-feel stearate ester for emollient and lubricant duty. It is used as an emollient and skin-conditioning agent in cosmetics and as a lubricant and surface modifier in industrial formulations.
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Glycols & Polyols
Ethylhexylglycerin (Octoxyglycerin)
CAS 70445-33-9
A multifunctional glyceryl ether formulated into personal-care products as a skin-conditioning additive. It also appears on fragrance ingredient inventories.
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Acids & Salts
Farnesyl Acetate, Farnesol & Panthenyl Triacetate
CAS 29548-30-9
A sesquiterpenoid-and-panthenyl ester blend for fragrance and cosmetic formulating. Farnesyl acetate and farnesol are sesquiterpenoid fragrance materials, while panthenyl triacetate is a triacetate ester used as a personal-care ingredient.
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Glycerides, C12-18
CAS 67701-26-2
A blended fatty-acid glyceride lipid supplied as an emollient and emulsifier base for formulators. It is supplied as a lipid base for personal-care and related formulations.
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Glycols & Polyols
Glyceryl Cocoate (Glycerol Monococoate)
CAS 26402-26-6
A coconut-derived monoglyceride that conditions and emulsifies in cleansing and skin-care systems. It is used as an emollient and emulsifying ingredient in personal-care formulations.
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Glyceryl Distearate (Distearin)
CAS 1323-83-7
A glyceryl diester (distearin) used as an opacifier, pearlizing agent, and co-emulsifier/viscosity builder in personal-care and industrial emulsions.
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Glyceryl Laurate (Glyceryl Monolaurate, Monolaurin)
CAS 37318-95-9
Lipophilic monoglyceride that bridges oil and water phases in low-irritation surfactant systems. Used in cosmetic and personal-care formulations as an emollient and emulsifying agent, and in industrial systems as a dispersing and lubricating additive.
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Glycols & Polyols
Glyceryl Monooleate (Glyceryl Oleate, Monoolein)
CAS 25496-72-4
A nonionic oleic-acid monoglyceride that emulsifies and lubricates across food, coatings and metalworking. It is used as a surface-active emulsifier in foods, coatings and personal care, as a lubricating agent, in rust-preventive oils, and as a vinyl light-stabilizer and textile-finishing additive.
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Glyceryl Monopalmitate (Monopalmitin)
CAS 542-44-9
A C16 monoglyceride (1-monopalmitin) used as a nonionic co-emulsifier, emollient, and consistency/structuring agent in creams, lotions, and stick formulations.
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Glycols & Polyols
Glyceryl Monostearate SE (GMS)
CAS 123-94-4
Acid-tolerant self-emulsifying monostearate that builds body and stability in a single addition. Used as a primary O/W emulsifier, opacifier, and consistency agent in cosmetic emulsions, and as an emulsifier and release aid in food and industrial applications.
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Glyceryl Oleate (Glyceryl Monooleate, GMO)
CAS 111-03-5
Unsaturated monoglyceride prized for cold-process emulsification and high oil-phase loading. Common in cosmetic and personal-care emulsions and as an emulsifying/dispersing additive in industrial formulations.
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Surfactants - Nonionic
Glyceryl Stearate (Glyceryl Monostearate, GMS)
CAS 31566-31-1
Workhorse nonionic monoglyceride that stabilizes emulsions and adds richness across personal-care, food, and polymer systems. Used in cosmetic emulsions as an emulsifying and consistency agent, in foods as an emulsifier and firming agent, and industrially as an anti-static agent, plasticizer, and lubricant.
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Surfactants - Nonionic
Glyceryl Stearate Self-Emulsifying Beads (GMS-SE)
CAS 68308-54-3
Dust-controlled bead form of self-emulsifying monostearate for clean handling and fast dispersion. Used as a primary emulsifier, opacifier, and consistency agent in cosmetic creams and lotions, and as an emulsifier/release aid in food and industrial systems.
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Surfactants - Nonionic
Glyceryl Stearate Self-Emulsifying Flakes (GMS-SE)
CAS 11099-07-3
Flake form of self-emulsifying monostearate for rapid melt-in and easy weigh-out. Used as a primary emulsifier, opacifier, and consistency agent in cosmetic emulsions and as an emulsifier/release aid in food and industrial applications.
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Golden Jojoba Oil (Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil)
CAS 61789-91-1
Oxidatively stable liquid wax ester that mimics skin sebum and resists rancidity in long-shelf-life formulas. Used as an emollient and skin/hair-conditioning agent in cosmetics and as a high-stability industrial lubricant.
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Hemp Seed Oil (Cannabis Sativa Seed Oil, THC-Free)
CAS 89997-04-6
Polyunsaturated seed oil supplying a THC-free, omega-rich lipid base for skin care and coatings. Used as an emollient and carrier oil in cosmetic and personal-care formulations and as an industrial drying oil in coatings and as a biodiesel feedstock.
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Silicone Fluids & Oils
Hexamethyldisiloxane (MM, HMDSO)
CAS 107-46-0
Hexamethyldisiloxane (MM / HMDSO, CAS 107-46-0) is the shortest linear siloxane and the most volatile silicone fluid, at about 0.65 cSt — sold in the trade as MM fluid. It acts as a chain stopper in PDMS manufacture, a fast-evaporating carrier in personal care, and…
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Hexyl Laurate (Hexyl Dodecanoate)
CAS 34316-64-8
Low-viscosity ester emollient that delivers a dry, fast-absorbing skin feel. Used as a light, fast-spreading emollient and skin-conditioning ester in cosmetic and personal-care formulations.
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Hexyldecyl Stearate
CAS 25339-09-7
A liquid fatty-acid ester supplied to personal-care formulators as an emollient oil-phase base. It is used in cosmetic and personal-care formulations as an emollient and skin-conditioning ester.
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High-Oleic Safflower Oil (Safflower Oil)
CAS 8001-23-8
An oxidatively stable, high-oleic vegetable oil for food, cosmetic, and oleochemical use. It is supplied as an edible oil, a cosmetic emollient and carrier oil, and an oleochemical feedstock.
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Homosalate
CAS 118-56-9
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Specialty Additives
Hydroabietyl Alcohol (Dihydroabietyl Alcohol)
CAS 68551-13-3
A pale, rosin-derived primary alcohol used as a tackifier and resinous plasticizer in adhesives and coatings. Its tack, pale color, solvent solubility, and compatibility with resins, film-formers, and oils make it a resinous plasticizer and tackifier in adhesives, sealants, plastics, lacquers, inks, and coatings.
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Hydrogenated Coconut Oil (CNO)
CAS 61788-45-2
A hardened coconut-derived fat supplied as an emollient and structuring base for soaps, cosmetics, and oleochemicals. It is used as an emollient and skin-conditioning base in personal-care formulations and as a structuring fat and oleochemical feedstock.
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Hydrogenated Lecithin
CAS 92128-87-5
A saturated phospholipid emulsifier supplied for stable oil-in-water and liposomal personal-care systems. It is used in cosmetic and personal-care formulations as an emulsifier and skin-conditioning agent.
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Hydrogenated Polyisobutene
CAS 68937-10-0
A clear synthetic hydrocarbon supplied as an emollient and gloss/film base for lip and skin care. It is used in cosmetic and personal-care formulations as an emollient, occlusive, and viscosity-building base.
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Isoamyl Cocoate (Isoamyl Laurate)
CAS 6309-51-9
A light coconut-derived branched-chain ester supplied to personal-care formulators as an emollient oil-phase component. It is used in cosmetic and personal-care formulations as an emollient and skin-conditioning ester.
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