Snapshot
- Overview
- A lightweight emollient that softens skin without a tacky feel.
- Category
- Skin Conditioning
- Type
- Emollient
Methyl Undecylenate
Methyl undecylenate is a fatty acid methyl ester derived from castor or other vegetable sources, used as a light emollient and slip agent to improve skin feel and support a smooth, elegant application.
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Our take
Is Methyl Undecylenate a Good Ingredient?
As a lightweight emollient, it improves spreadability and soft feel with a low likelihood of irritation or pore clogging, which earns it Good; the benefits are primarily sensory rather than corrective.
What it does
Skin Benefits
Softens skin with a breathable, lightweight afterfeel and helps reduce tackiness, contributing to a cushioned, refined finish.
Where you'll find it
Uses in Skincare & Cosmetics
Included in lotions, milky serums, and hand creams for improved slip. May also appear in lightweight hair and scalp treatments.
Before you use it
Safety
Typically well tolerated; sensitization is uncommon but possible, so patch testing is prudent for reactive skin. Suitable for most skin types when used as directed.