Evicare® Dibutyl Adipate

Lightweight Ester Emollient and UV Filter Solvent for Silky, Non-Greasy Formulations

Evicare® Dibutyl Adipate is a high-purity diester of adipic acid and butyl alcohol by evident ingredients, offering exceptional emollient, solvent, film-forming and plasticizing performance in a single versatile ingredient. Clear, colorless and virtually odorless, it imparts a silky, dry-touch skin feel without heaviness or grease, making it a preferred choice in suncare, skincare and makeup formulations. Its outstanding ability to solubilize UV filters and lipophilic actives makes it particularly valuable in sunscreen systems, where it improves both SPF performance and cosmetic elegance. Non-comedogenic and well-tolerated across all skin types, including sensitive and acne-prone skin, Evicare® Dibutyl Adipate is a clean, effective alternative to silicones and heavier emollients.

Key Features

• Multifunctional: emollient, solvent, film former and plasticizer in one ingredient
• Exceptional solvent for UV filters, fragrances and lipophilic actives
• Lightweight, silky, non-greasy skin feel with excellent spreadability
• Forms a flexible, breathable film that softens and smooths skin texture
• Non-comedogenic; suitable for oily, combination and acne-prone skin
• Enhances stability and homogeneity of complex formulations
• Supports penetration of actives into upper skin layers
• CIR-assessed and globally approved for use in cosmetics and personal care

Applications

Sunscreens (chemical and mineral), moisturizers, serums, foundations, lipsticks, mascaras, pressed and loose powders, body care and hair care products. Particularly recommended in suncare for its ability to dissolve organic UV filters and improve SPF aesthetics. Also useful as a silicone alternative in lightweight skin feel formulations. Recommended use level: 0.005–8% depending on application [confirm with evident ingredients TDS].

Technical Information

• INCI: Dibutyl Adipate
• CAS: 105-99-7
• Appearance: Clear, colorless oily liquid
• Solubility: Soluble in alcohol and ether; insoluble in water
• Recommended Use Level:

Why Choose Evicare® Dibutyl Adipate

Dibutyl adipate is a well-established ester emollient, but Evicare® is evident ingredients’ quality-assured grade selected for performance and consistency in personal care applications. Its combination of low comedogenicity, broad solvent power and elegant skin feel makes it a formulator’s go-to when silicone alternatives or lightweight oil-phase carriers are needed. In suncare particularly, few esters match its ability to dissolve UV filters cleanly while simultaneously improving the aesthetic of finished formulas. Backed by extensive CIR safety assessment confirming no skin sensitization, no genotoxicity and no comedogenicity, it is a reliable workhorse for both conventional and performance-driven formulations.