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Emollient

HYDROGENATED PALM/PALM KERNEL GLYCERIDES

Updated
80

Safety score · 0–100

Good

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

About

A wax-like blend of hardened palm and palm-kernel glycerides — used as a plant-based structurant and emollient in balms and creams. Skin-safe; main concerns are environmental sourcing, not toxicity.

Function

SURFACTANT - EMULSIFYINGSKIN CONDITIONINGSURFACTANT - CLEANSING

Skin benefits

  • Solid emollient/structurant
  • Replaces synthetic waxes
  • Compatible with most actives

Known concerns

  • Palm-sourcing sustainability concerns
  • Possibly comedogenic in heavy use
  • Animal-feed style processing residues

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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