Diisopropyl Sebacate

Diisopropyl sebacate is a dry-feel ester emollient produced from sebacic acid and isopropyl alcohol. It boosts spreadability, reduces greasiness, aids pigment dispersion, and gives a silky afterfeel in sunscreens, lotions, and makeup.
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Ingredient Snapshot

Overview
An emollient that leaves a silky, matte touch and smooth glide.
Category
Skin Conditioning, Hydration
Type
Emollient

Ingredient Ratings

Overall Rating

Good

Comedogenic Risk

None

Skin Benefits

Provides a silky, matte touch that helps reduce the look of greasiness. Promotes uniform glide so makeup looks more even and refined.

Uses In Skincare & Cosmetics

Used in sunscreens, primers, and liquid foundations to create a sleek application and elegant afterfeel. Also appears in lotions to thin heavy oils without heaviness.

Comedogenic Rating

This ingredient is not typically evaluated for comedogenicity, and no standardized rating is available.

Safety

Low likelihood of irritation for most users. Those with very sensitive skin should patch test new products. Keep out of the eyes.

Is Diisopropyl Sebacate a Good Ingredient?

Good: Provides a silky, fast-spreading, matte feel that refines texture and helps pigments disperse; usefulness is well-supported in formulations though benefits are primarily sensory.

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