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PEA PALMITATE

82

Safety score · 0–100

Good

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

About

A plant-derived ester from pea and palmitic acid used as an emollient and skin conditioning agent.

Pea palmitate is the ester derived from pea (Pisum sativum) extract and palmitoyl chloride, used as an emollient and skin conditioning agent in cosmetic formulations. It is listed in the EU CosIng database without restrictions and is considered safe for cosmetic use. The pea origin offers appeal for natural and botanical labelling.

Skin benefits

  • Botanical-derived conditioning agent
  • Provides emollient benefits
  • Appeals to natural cosmetic positioning

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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