Octadecenedioic Acid
What Octadecenedioic Acid is & what it does
A plant-derived active that helps even tone and balance oil, fading the look of discoloration. It is gentle and suits sensitive skin.
What does Octadecenedioic Acid do in skincare?
Octadecenedioic Acid is a long-chain dicarboxylic acid used mainly as a skin-conditioning and brightening-type ingredient. It is included in some formulas aimed at supporting a more even-looking skin tone. It works as a conditioning agent and does not provide UV protection on its own.
Is Octadecenedioic Acid safe?
Octadecenedioic Acid is used in cosmetics as a skin-conditioning agent at the low levels typical of finished formulas. It is generally well tolerated in such products, though individual skin can always react differently. If you have sensitive skin, a patch test is a sensible precaution.
Is Octadecenedioic Acid natural or synthetic?
The version used in cosmetics is typically produced through controlled manufacturing, sometimes using biotechnology or fermentation, to obtain a consistent, pure ingredient. Related fatty acids exist in nature, but the cosmetic-grade material is made for reliable quality. Sourcing can vary between suppliers.
Sunscreens with Octadecenedioic Acid
We rate 8 sunscreens that contain it:
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DermEden Day Protocole - Crème Du Jour Anti-Âge Spf 50
85/100
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Sarah Chapman Skin Insurance Spf 50+
83/100
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Topicrem MELA Unifying Ultra-Moisturizing Milk SPF 15
82/100
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Eucerin Anti-Pigment Fluid Spf 30
74/100
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Oriflame Giordani Gold CC Cream SPF 35
73/100
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Eva Cosmetics Natural Glow Day Cream SPF 30
69/100
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Sarah Chapman Skin Insurance SPF 30
54/100
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bareMinerals Correcting Concealer SPF 20
49/100