




Octyldodecanol
Versatile Cosmetic Emollient
Octyldodecanol is a clear, odorless, fatty alcohol widely used as a multifunctional emollient and formulation enhancer in personal care and cosmetic products. With its excellent spreading properties, stability, and compatibility, it provides a smooth, non-greasy finish while improving product performance.
This versatile ingredient is ideal for skincare, haircare, color cosmetics, and fragrance applications, making it a staple in cosmetic formulations. Appearance: Clear, colorless liquid
Solubility: Oil-soluble
Benefits:
✅ Excellent Emollient: Provides a soft, silky feel without greasiness
✅ Solubilizer & Dispersant: Helps dissolve lipophilic ingredients like fragrances, UV filters, and actives
✅ Film Former: Improves long-lasting effects in makeup and skincare
✅ Stabilizer: Enhances formulation stability
✅ Non-comedogenic: Suitable for sensitive skin formulations
Applications:
- Skincare: Creams, lotions, serums, sunscreens
- Haircare: Conditioners, styling products, serums
- Color Cosmetics: Lipsticks, lip gloss, foundations, eye products
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Fragrances: Acts as a solubilizer for perfume oils
Use: Typical use level 2 – 30% (depending on formulation). For external use only.
INCI: Octyldodecanol
Why Choose Octyldodecanol from Purenso?
Purenso ensures high-quality cosmetic ingredients sourced for performance, safety, and versatility. Our Octyldodecanol is trusted by formulators to deliver consistency, smooth texture, and multifunctional benefits across applications.


This product is a cosmetic raw material and is intended for external use only in cosmetic and personal care formulations. It is not intended for internal consumption or medicinal use.
- Do not ingest.
- Keep out of reach of children.
- Avoid direct contact with eyes.
All product images are for illustrative purposes only. Actual product color, texture, or packaging may vary from batch to batch.
Information provided on this website is for educational purposes only and should not be considered or interpreted as medical advice.
While we do not offer products for internal use, we source only high-quality, pharmaceutical or food-grade ingredients. Ingredient purity and performance are critical in cosmetic applications, just as they are in ingestible products.
Please note:
Just because two products have the same name or CAS number does not guarantee the same grade, purity, or effectiveness. Always choose trusted suppliers. Choose Purenso for premium-grade ingredients you can rely on.
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