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GLYCERETH-6 LAURATE
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Good
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About
Glycereth-6 Laurate is a cosmetic ingredient used in product formulations. Exercise caution due to limited available safety data.
Glycereth compounds are ethoxylated glycerins that bridge the properties of traditional glycerin and PEG esters. The 6-mol EO glycereth core provides excellent water solubility and hygroscopicity, while the laurate ester adds lipophilicity and skin-conditioning benefits. Glycereth-6 laurate is notable for being PEG-free (the glycereth moiety is derived from glycerin, not ethylene oxide), though it is still produced via ethoxylation and should be evaluated for similar purity concerns. No EU annex restrictions apply to this ingredient class, and it is widely used in 'natural' and PEG-free cosmetic formulations marketed in Europe.
Skin benefits
- Light, non-greasy skin feel with good moisturizing properties from glycereth core
- Lauric acid has natural antimicrobial properties that may benefit acne-prone skin
Known concerns
- Not PEG-free in the strict sense — contains ethoxylated glycerin
- Potential residual 1,4-dioxone from ethoxylation, though lower risk than PEG esters
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry — regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
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