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Emulsifier

GLYCERYL DILAURATE

CAS 27638-00-2 Updated
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Safety score · 0–100

Good

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

About

Glyceryl diester of lauric acid — a gentle emulsifier and emollient. CIR concluded safe with negligible dermal absorption and no sensitization signal.

Function

SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENTSURFACTANT - EMULSIFYING

Skin benefits

  • Mild emulsifier and thickener
  • Skin-conditioning emollient
  • Negligible dermal absorption
  • Not sensitizing per CIR

Known concerns

  • Higher comedogenicity in acne-prone
  • Variable purity by supplier

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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