INCI · emollient · CIR review pending · used in 1 products
Hydrogenated Castor Oil
Hydrogenated Castor Oil is a chemically modified version of castor oil that results in a solid, waxy material. It serves as an emollient and consistency-building (viscosity controlling) material in cosmetic formulations. It also functions as an emulsifier and surfactant/cleansing agent according to its CosIng listing.
Evidence level
moderateEWG score
—Comedogenic
1/5Category
emollient● Benefits
Provides both occlusive and humectant moisturizing properties: the occlusive effect prevents water evaporation from the skin's top layers, while the humectant property stems from ricinoleic acid's extra hydroxyl (-OH) group on its fatty chain, which attracts water.
hydratingbarrier-supportemollient
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