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GLYCERYL COCOATE/CITRATE/LACTATE.

Valuable / SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT

GLYCERYL COCOATE/CITRATE/LACTATE is a monoglyceric monoester derived from glycerin, coconut, citric, and lactic acids. It functions primarily as a skin-conditioning agent and emollient, crucial for enhancing the skin barrier and promoting hydration.

Summary

emollient skin-conditioning agent

Science

Mechanism of Action

This ingredient reinforces the skin's natural barrier by delivering exogenous lipids that integrate with the skin's surface. It effectively fills microscopic gaps within the stratum corneum, reducing transepidermal water loss (TEWL) and thereby improving skin hydration and protection against inflammation. The lactate component further contributes to skin health by supporting cellular pH balance, modulating barrier function, and offering additional moisturizing benefits.

Research

Clinical Evidence

Low confidence
Effective range N/A
Optimal

N/A

Transparency

Dusting Analysis

Not commonly dusted

The Formula

Formulation

Solubility
Unknown
Optimal pH 5 – 8
0 7 14

Stability

While specific stability data for GLYCERYL COCOATE/CITRATE/LACTATE is not available, related glyceryl cocoate ingredients demonstrate very good stability across a pH range of 5 to 8.

Safety

Safety Profile

CIR Status
Safe as used
Sensitization risk Low

The Cosmetic Ingredient Review (CIR) Expert Panel has evaluated similar glyceryl monoesters, confirming their safety in cosmetic applications at typical usage concentrations. Undiluted forms may elicit minor skin irritation, particularly on abraded skin, but are generally non-irritating and are not recognized as sensitizers or mutagens.

Your Skin

Skin Compatibility

Yes Normal
Yes Dry
No Oily
Yes Sensitive
Irritancy Unknown
Comedogenicity Unknown

Our Assessment

Verdict

Valuable

GLYCERYL COCOATE/CITRATE/LACTATE is a valuable emollient and skin-conditioning agent, effectively enhancing skin barrier function and hydration across various skin types, including dry, sensitive, and normal skin.

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