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What Is Diethylhexyl Carbonate?
Diethylhexyl carbonate is a synthetic oil-like ester that functions as a skin-conditioning agent and emollient. Also used in sunscreen formulas to help keep the active ingredients dispersed throughout the formula.
Clinical Evidence & References
Published Research
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Prospector, Accessed March 2021, ePublication [URL]
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Cosmetic Ingredient Review, January 2017, pages 1-26 [URL]
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International Journal of Applied Science, November 2005, pages 20-26 [URL]
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A marine extract that conditions and softens the skin
Diethylene Glycol Dibenzoate
A synthetic emollient that softens and conditions skin and hair
Diethylhexyl Adipate
A synthetic emollient that conditions skin and helps formulations spread smoothly
Diethylhexyl Malate
Emollient and skin-conditioning agent derived from the solvent
Diethylhexyl Maleate
A synthetic emollient that softens and conditions the skin barrier
Diethylhexyl Succinate
A lightweight ester that conditions skin and helps formulations spread evenly
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