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Emollient

GLYCERYL COCOATE/CITRATE/LACTATE

87

Safety score · 0–100

Good

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

A mixed ester of glycerin with coconut fatty acids plus citric and lactic acids. Acts as a mild emollient and surfactant — a clean, naturally-derived option with strong tolerance and decades of use.

Function

SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT

Skin benefits

  • Effective skin-softening emollient
  • Mild surfactant action for cleansing
  • Naturally derived from coconut and fruit acids

Known concerns

  • May leave residue on hair
  • Rare sensitivity to coconut-derived ingredients

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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