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Emollient

CHOLESTERYL/OCTYLDODECYL LAUROYL GLUTAMATE

Updated
78

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.

About

A cholesterol/octyldodecyl ester of lauroyl glutamic acid. Acts as a barrier-mimicking emollient to soften skin and support the lipid layer. Generally well tolerated; limited public data.

Function

SKIN CONDITIONING

Skin benefits

  • Lipid-mimicking emollient
  • Supports skin barrier
  • Skin-feel enhancer

Known concerns

  • Limited published cosmetic data
  • Possible animal-derived cholesterol traceability
  • Standard fatty-ester stability

References

EU

EU CosIng database

European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry — regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.

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