Butylene Glycol Cocoate
Emollient from coconut fatty acids and butylene glycol. Delivers soft slip and light absorption without a film.
Supporting ingredient
It gives a product its texture, stability or shelf life. It has no claimed effect on the skin, so an efficacy tier does not apply. What is known about its safety is below
Tolerability and safety
- Irritation potential
- Low
- Allergen risk
- Low
- Pregnancy
- Safe
- Suitable for
- Normal, Dry, Oily, Combination, Sensitive
About this ingredient
Butylene Glycol Cocoate is an ester of butylene glycol and coconut fatty acids (mainly lauric C12, myristic C14, palmitic C16). A synthetic emollient of plant origin. Mechanism. On skin it forms a thin lipid film with mild slip. Fills intercellular spaces in the upper stratum corneum, improves surface smoothness, and lowers transepidermal water loss (TEWL). A light texture without a greasy film – suitable for daytime formulas. Where applied. Light creams, emulsions, products for oily and combination skin, makeup primers, mattifying products. Concentration 1–10%. In Spain part of La Roche-Posay Effaclar Mat, Mesoestetic Hydra Vital, ISDIN. Safety. CIR confirmed safety of coconut fatty acid–butylene glycol esters. Non-comedogenic up to 5% (despite lauric acid content – free lauric acid is comedogenic, but esterified is far gentler). Hypoallergenic, non-irritating. Topical systemic absorption is minimal. Pregnancy and lactation – safe. Used without restriction. Functional role. A formula emollient aid, not a cosmetic active. No standalone anti-age benefit.
Frequently asked questions
Is Butylene Glycol Cocoate safe during pregnancy?
Butylene Glycol Cocoate is considered safe during pregnancy at typical cosmetic concentrations. Systemic absorption through the skin is minimal.
What skin types is Butylene Glycol Cocoate for?
Butylene Glycol Cocoate suits: normal, dry, oily, combination, sensitive.
What is Butylene Glycol Cocoate and what does it do in cosmetics?
Emollient from coconut fatty acids and butylene glycol.
What's the INCI name for Butylene Glycol Cocoate?
The INCI name is Butylene Glycol Cocoate.
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