Cleansing Agent

Butyl Babassuate

INCI: BUTYL BABASSUATE

Reviewed by Kate · Last updated 18 Aug 2026

What Is Butyl Babassuate?

Butyl Babassuate is the ester of butyl alcohol and the fatty acid derived from babassu oil.

Its declared cosmetic functions are emollient, emulsion stabilising, skin conditioning and surfactant.

Source: European Commission CosIng inventory.

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