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Emollient

PALMITIC ACID

CAS 57-10-3
85

Safety score · 0–100

Good

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

A common saturated fatty acid found naturally in skin lipids and palm oil. Helps stabilize creams and supports the skin barrier; no toxicity concerns.

Function

SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENTSURFACTANT - EMULSIFYING

Skin benefits

  • Naturally occurring fatty acid
  • Stabilizes emulsions
  • Helps build skin barrier when paired with ceramides

Known concerns

  • Palm-derived sourcing sustainability concerns

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

PC

PubChem

U.S. NIH compound data, GHS hazard codes and toxicity literature.

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