Octyldodecanol Gut Mittel mit okklusivem Effekt Feuchtigkeit Octyldodecanol auf einen Blick Long chain fatty acid Emollient Often used in lip products Ruled safe as used in cosmetics Octyldodecanol Beschreibung Octyldodecanol is a long chain fatty acid used in cosmetics formulations as an emollient, often used in lip balms, lipsticks, and moisturizers. It can be lab-produced or naturally derived from plant-based oils such as coconut and palm oil. In its raw form, octyldodecanol is a clear, odorless liquid. Though it can be used in formulations in amounts as high as 50%, this usage is rare and is more commonly seen in amounts ranging from 0.1-5.0%. Octyldodecanol has been ruled safe in its use in cosmetics.