Exfoliants

Cetearyl Olivate

Reviewed by Daisy · Last updated 18 Aug 2026

Also known as: Hydrogenated Olive Oil, Cetearyl Alcohol

An oily, somewhat waxy ester of cetearyl alcohol and the fatty

Addresses

Dehydration

What Is Cetearyl Olivate?

An oily, somewhat waxy ester of cetearyl alcohol and the fatty acids from olive oil. Cetearyl olivate may be animal-derived, synthetic or derived from plants. It functions as an emulsifier and slip agent or texture enhancer. Cetearyl olivate is considered safe for use on skin.

Clinical Evidence & References

Published Research

  • Journal of the American College of Toxicology, Volume 7, 1988, pages 403-407 []

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