Glyceryl Laurate
A cosmetic ingredient used as skin conditioning - emollient, surfactant - emulsifying in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Lauric acid, monoester with glycerol / 2,3-dihydroxypropyl laurate
What does it do?
Glyceryl Laurate is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Skin conditioning - emollient
softens the skin by reducing roughness and friction between skin cells
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Surfactant - emulsifying
surfactant that forms and stabilises emulsions of oil and water — without it, creams and lotions would separate
EU regulatory status
Glyceryl Laurate is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the European Union under Regulation 1223/2009. It is not subject to a specific Annex restriction at the time of writing.
Frequently asked questions
What is Glyceryl Laurate?
Glyceryl Laurate is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Lauric acid, monoester with glycerol / 2,3-dihydroxypropyl laurate
Is Glyceryl Laurate allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Glyceryl Laurate is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Glyceryl Laurate do in cosmetic products?
Glyceryl Laurate is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: skin conditioning - emollient, surfactant - emulsifying.
What is the CAS number of Glyceryl Laurate?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Glyceryl Laurate is 27215-38-4 / 142-18-7.
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Source: EU CosIng database (European Commission). This page is derived from public-sector information published by the European Commission. · Last updated: 15/10/2010