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Diester of neopentyl glycol and 2-ethylhexanoic acid; Emollient properties hydrate and soften skin; Helps thicken skin care formulas; CIR Expert Panel deemed safe for use in cosmetics Key benefits: Hydration.

Neopentyl Glycol Diethylhexanoate

Updated

2,2-Dimethyl-1,3-propanediyl diethylhexanoate

Purpose

Diester of neopentyl glycol and 2-ethylhexanoic acid that serves as both an emollient and thickening agent.

Rating

GOOD

Category

Emollient, Texture Enhancer

INCI Purpose

SKIN CONDITIONING, SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT

Benefits

Hydration — Attracts and locks in moisture to keep skin plump and dewy

Alternative Names

Hair Profile

Functions

Emollient

At a Glance

Diester of neopentyl glycol and 2-ethylhexanoic acid

Emollient properties hydrate and soften skin

Helps thicken skin care formulas

CIR Expert Panel deemed safe for use in cosmetics

Article

Neopentyl glycol diethylhexanoate is the diester of neopentyl glycol, a solvent and texture enhancing agent, and 2-ethylhexanoic acid, a skin conditioning ingredient.

This skin care ingredient assists skin in the retention of moisture due to its emollient properties. Emollient ingredients form a protective layer over skin, trapping much-needed moisture within while also providing a soft skin feel.

It’s also utilized as a non-aqueous thickening agent in skin care products.

As a raw material, neopentyl glycol diethylhexanoate appears as a light-yellow or clear colored liquid.

The Cosmetic Ingredient Review Expert Panel ruled neopentyl glycol diethylhexanoate safe for use in cosmetics at current, wide-ranging levels (0.9-57%).

See: Neopentyl Glycol Diheptanoate, Ester

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