Emollient

Hydrogenated Ethylhexyl Sesamate

INCI: HYDROGENATED ETHYLHEXYL SESAMATE

Reviewed by Daisy · Last updated 18 Aug 2026

What Is Hydrogenated Ethylhexyl Sesamate?

Hydrogenated Ethylhexyl Sesamate is the product of the transesterification of 2-ethylhexyl alcohol and sesame seed oil that has been hydrogenated.

Its declared cosmetic functions are binding, emollient and skin conditioning.

Source: European Commission CosIng inventory.

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