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Emollient

GLYCOL PALMITATE

CAS 4219-49-2 Updated
78

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

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

About

Glycol palmitate — a fatty-acid ester used to give cleansers a pearly look and conditioning feel. Considered safe at typical levels; mostly used in rinse-off.

Function

SURFACTANT - EMULSIFYINGOPACIFYINGSKIN CONDITIONING

Skin benefits

  • Pearlescent texture in cleansers
  • Stabilizes wash-off formulas
  • Skin conditioning feel

Known concerns

  • Mildly comedogenic in leave-on at high %

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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