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LAURIC/MYRISTIC/PALMITIC/STEARIC GLYCERIDES.

Valuable / SKIN CONDITIONING

A blend of fatty acid glycerides, this ingredient functions primarily as a skin conditioning agent. It enhances the texture and feel of cosmetic formulations by acting as an emollient, emulsifier, and lubricant, promoting a smooth skin surface.

Summary

Skin Conditioning Emollient Emulsifier Lubricant

Science

Mechanism of Action

This ingredient functions by conditioning the skin, maintaining its integrity and feel. Its likely mechanism involves acting as an emollient to soften and smooth, an emulsifier to blend oil and water phases, and a lubricant to reduce friction on the skin, thereby improving overall skin condition and product texture.

Research

Clinical Evidence

Low confidence
Effective range N/A
Optimal

N/A

Transparency

Dusting Analysis

Not commonly dusted

This ingredient is typically utilized for its textural and conditioning properties rather than specific active efficacy, making it less prone to 'dusting' at sub-efficacious levels for marketing claims.

The Formula

Formulation

Solubility
Oil
Optimal pH N/A
0 7 14

Safety

Safety Profile

CIR Status
Safe as used
Max tested
13%
Sensitization risk Low

The Cosmetic Ingredient Review (CIR) Expert Panel has deemed formulations containing this ingredient, or its constituent fatty acids, safe for use at concentrations up to 13%, concluding they are not primary or cumulative irritants or sensitizers. This assessment includes related glyceride ingredients.

Your Skin

Skin Compatibility

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

Our Assessment

Verdict

Valuable

LAURIC/MYRISTIC/PALMITIC/STEARIC GLYCERIDES is a valuable ingredient for enhancing skin condition and product texture, offering emollient and emulsifying benefits with a high safety profile.

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