emollient

Cetyl Ethylhexanoate

Evidenceformulation · Tier 4Irritation riskVery lowIn products565

The research

Cetyl Ethylhexanoate is a emollient backed by documented evidence (evidence tier 4 of 4). We track 1 study for it.

Read the research — 1 study

International Journal of Toxicology · 2015 · systematic review

The CIR Expert Panel reviewed the alkyl ethylhexanoates, including cetyl ethylhexanoate, concluding they are safe in cosmetics in current practices of use when formulated to be nonirritating. Highest reported uses were 77.3% cetyl ethylhexanoate (rinse-off near the eye) and 52% in leave-on lipstick.

Products with Cetyl Ethylhexanoate

In 565 products — most often moisturizers (184), serums (140), cleansers (94), from $3.75 to $357.25. Set up a profile to rank these for your skin. Click any product to learn more.

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PATRICK TA

PATRICK TA

PATRICK TA Major Dimension III Matte Eyeshadow Palette

Serum

$77.72

★★★★★4.9(598)

Not recommended for

Seborrheic Dermatitis

PATRICK TA Major Dimension III Matte Eyeshadow Palette is a skincare product by PATRICK TA. Key ingredients include Silica, Vitamin E, Mica.

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Nip + Fab

Nip + Fab

NIP+FAB Peptide Fix Melting Jelly Cleanser 120ml

Cleanser

$21.53120ml · $0.18/ml

★★★★★4.8(720)

Ideal for

  • RelevantDark spots & hyperpigmentation

Not recommended for

Acne & breakoutsSeborrheic Dermatitis

NIP+FAB Peptide Fix Melting Jelly Cleanser 120ml is a water cleanser by Nip + Fab. Key ingredients include Sweet Almond Oil, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Silica.

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FARMACY

FARMACY

Mini Green Clean Cleansing Balm - Original

Cleanser

$18.0029.6ml · $0.61/ml

★★★★★4.8(5,317)

Not recommended for

Rosacea

Mini Green Clean Cleansing Balm - Original is a oil cleanser by FARMACY. Key ingredients include Cetyl Ethylhexanoate, Citrus Oils, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride.

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DHC

DHC

Extra Nighttime Moisture Facial Moisturizer

Moisturizer

$39.0044.4ml · $0.88/ml

★★★★★4.8(1,637)

Ideal for

  • ExcellentDryness
  • RelevantFine lines & wrinkles
  • RelevantRedness & sensitivity

Not recommended for

Seborrheic Dermatitis

Extra Nighttime Moisture Facial Moisturizer is a antioxidant serum by DHC. Key ingredients include Butylene Glycol, Cetyl Ethylhexanoate, Glycerin.

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florence by mills

florence by mills

Plump To It! Hydrating Facial Moisturizer

Moisturizer

$24.0050.3ml · $0.48/ml

★★★★★4.8(624)

Ideal for

  • StrongDryness
  • RelevantFine lines & wrinkles

Not recommended for

Seborrheic Dermatitis

Plump To It! Hydrating Facial Moisturizer is a basic moisturiser by florence by mills. Key ingredients include Glycerin, 1,2-Hexanediol, Cetyl Ethylhexanoate.

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RODAN + FIELDS

RODAN + FIELDS

Redefine Triple Defense Moisturizing Cream Broad Spectrum SPF 30

Sunscreen

$85.0029.6ml · $2.87/ml

★★★★★4.8(6,886)

Ideal for

  • ExcellentDryness
  • StrongDark spots & hyperpigmentation
  • StrongFine lines & wrinkles
  • RelevantUneven texture

Not recommended for

Atopic Dermatitis / EczemaRosaceaPsoriasisMelasmaSeborrheic DermatitisPerioral Dermatitis

Redefine Triple Defense Moisturizing Cream Broad Spectrum SPF 30 is a sunscreen by RODAN + FIELDS. Key ingredients include Octisalate, 1,2-Hexanediol, Alcohol Denat.

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SkinMedica

SkinMedica

SkinMedica Retinol Complex 1.0 (1 fl. oz.)

Serum

$96.0029.6ml · $3.25/ml

★★★★★4.8(766)

Ideal for

  • ExcellentDryness
  • StrongDark spots & hyperpigmentation
  • StrongFine lines & wrinkles
  • RelevantRedness & sensitivity

Not recommended for

Atopic Dermatitis / EczemaPsoriasis

SkinMedica Retinol Complex 1.0 (1 fl. oz.) is a retinoid treatment by SkinMedica. Key ingredients include Cetyl Ethylhexanoate, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Glycerin.

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SkinMedica

SkinMedica

SkinMedica Age Defense Retinol Complex 0.25 (1 fl. oz.)

Serum

$64.0029.6ml · $2.16/ml

★★★★★4.8(556)

Ideal for

  • ExcellentDryness
  • StrongDark spots & hyperpigmentation
  • StrongFine lines & wrinkles
  • RelevantRedness & sensitivity

Not recommended for

Atopic Dermatitis / EczemaPsoriasis

SkinMedica Age Defense Retinol Complex 0.25 (1 fl. oz.) is a retinoid treatment by SkinMedica. Key ingredients include Cetyl Ethylhexanoate, Niacinamide, Squalane.

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Clinique

Clinique

Clinique Moisture Surge™ Overnight Mask

Mask – for Dryness, Dark spots & hyperpigmentation

$47.00100ml · $0.52/ml

★★★★★4.7(1,106)

Ideal for

  • ExcellentDryness
  • RelevantRedness & sensitivity
  • RelevantFine lines & wrinkles

Not recommended for

Acne & breakoutsSeborrheic Dermatitis

Clinique Moisture Surge™ Overnight Mask is a mask by Clinique. Key ingredients include Water, Glycerin, Cetyl Alcohol.

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Pixi

Pixi

Hydrating Milky Mist with Hyaluronic Acid and Black Oat

Toner

$16.0079.8ml · $0.20/ml

★★★★★4.7(752)

Ideal for

  • StrongDryness
  • RelevantRedness & sensitivity
  • RelevantFine lines & wrinkles

Not recommended for

Acne & breakoutsSeborrheic Dermatitis

Hydrating Milky Mist with Hyaluronic Acid and Black Oat is a hydrating serum by Pixi. Key ingredients include Glycerin, Ethylhexyl Palmitate, Dipropylene Glycol.

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Educational information, not medical advice. Study findings summarise the cited research and may not reflect every formulation.