What it is
This ingredient is used as an alternative to silicones in cosmetics, and it is a natural emollient synthesised from olive oil. It protects and makes the skin and hair soft by forming a film.
Mode of usage pertaining to the discussion below
Topical application in cosmetics and personal care products.
Safety Profile (Based on regional guidelines)
| European Union – CIR | Safe to use, as per current practice |
| European Union – SCCS | Data unavailable |
| US FDA | Data unavailable |
| ASEAN guidelines | Data unavailable |
Safety in special situations
Pregnancy Not listed as an ingredient to be avoided by pregnant women based on currently available data
Nursing Mothers Not listed as an ingredient to be avoided by nursing mothers based on currently available data
Babies under 2 years Not listed as an ingredient to be avoided in baby products based on currently available data
Children under 12 years Not listed as an ingredient to be avoided by children based on currently available data
Cancer free Not listed as an ingredient to be carcinogenic or mutagenic based on currently available data
Environmental and Ecological Concerns
Vegan
Biodegradable
Ecotoxicity
Natural Origin
Note
- You may need to check the exact product claim to know if a vegan version was used.
- You may need to check the exact product label to know if a naturally derived ingredient was used.
Attributes
Comedogenicity Not listed as an ingredient to be comedogenic based on currently available data
Acne prone skin Not listed as an ingredient to be avoided by people with acne prone skin based on currently available data
Sensitive skin Not listed as an ingredient to be avoided by people with sensitive skin based on currently available data
Conclusion Ethylhexyl Olivate is considered as a safe ingredient in cosmetic products.
References
- https://www.cir-safety.org
- Aerts, Olivier et al., Contact dermatitis.
- https://european-union.europa.eu
Disclaimer
The above information is based on ongoing toxicology research at CHOSEN®’s R&D. We will do our best to update the information as and when the latest studies are available. If you have any inputs regarding the above information, please email us at ingredients@chosenstore.in