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BENZYL LAURATE
Safety score · 0–100
Fine
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
About
An ester of benzyl alcohol and lauric acid used as an emollient and fragrance ingredient, offering a soft, oily feel with good skin compatibility.
Benzyl Laurate is the esterification product of benzyl alcohol with lauric acid (a C12 saturated fatty acid), used as an emollient, skin conditioning agent, and fragrance fixative in cosmetic formulations. It is not listed in any EU restriction annex; however, as a benzyl alcohol ester it falls under EU IFRA fragrance allergen monitoring requirements. Structurally it is similar to other permitted benzyl fatty acid esters used extensively in cosmetic practice. The lauric acid component is a common skin-compatible fatty substance with a long safety history.
Skin benefits
- Emollient that softens and smooths skin
- Conditions skin and improves product texture
Known concerns
- EU fragrance allergen declaration required above threshold
- May contribute to overall fragrance load in formulations
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry — regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
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