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Emollient

GLYCERYL PALMITOLEATE

Updated
84

Safety score · 0–100

Good

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

About

A naturally occurring monoglyceride of palmitoleic acid (omega-7) that mirrors components of human sebum. Acts as a skin-identical conditioning emollient and co-emulsifier with an excellent tolerance profile.

Function

SURFACTANT - EMULSIFYING

Skin benefits

  • Skin-identical lipid
  • Conditioning emollient
  • Co-emulsifier
  • Source of omega-7 fatty acid

Known concerns

  • Possible oxidation if not antioxidant-protected

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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