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SUCROSE POLYLAURATE.

Valuable CAS - / SKIN CONDITIONING, SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT, SURFACTANT - CLEANSING, SURFACTANT - EMULSIFYING

Sucrose Polylaurate is a multifunctional ester prized for its dual role as a skin-conditioning agent and an emulsifier. It functions to soften and smooth the skin's surface while also stabilizing complex oil-in-water formulations for enhanced texture and absorption.

Summary

Skin-conditioning agent Emollient Emulsifying agent Surfactant Solubilizer Potential penetration enhancer Potential hydrator

Science

Mechanism of Action

As an emollient, Sucrose Polylaurate contributes to skin conditioning, promoting a softer and smoother feel. Its primary mechanism as a surfactant involves stabilizing oil-in-water emulsions, improving the cohesion between diverse phases to create consistent, creamy, and rapidly absorbing product textures. It also functions as a solubilizer for essential oils and fragrances and can act as a mild secondary surfactant in cleansing formulations. Research on related sucrose esters indicates potential for enhanced active ingredient penetration and improved skin hydration.

Research

Clinical Evidence

Medium confidence
Effective range N/A
Optimal

N/A

Transparency

Dusting Analysis

Not commonly dusted

The Formula

Formulation

Solubility
Both
Optimal pH 4 – 5
0 7 14

Stability

Related Sucrose Monolaurate exhibits maximum stability between pH 4.0 and 5.0, even at elevated temperatures (100°C). At typical room temperature (25°C), significant hydrolysis is not expected over several weeks. Related Sucrose Laurate is also compatible with acidic pH ranges.

Synergies

  • Oil-phase ingredients (as an emulsifier)
  • Fragrances and essential oils (as a solubilizer)
  • Active ingredients (potential penetration enhancement based on related esters)

Conflicts

  • Potential to enhance the penetration of other ingredients, requiring careful formulation to avoid unintended effects or over-delivery of certain actives.

Safety

Safety Profile

CIR Status
Safe as used
Sensitization risk Low

The CIR Expert Panel concluded that saccharide esters, including Sucrose Polylaurate, are 'safe as used in cosmetics in the present practices of use and concentrations'. While no specific maximum concentration for Sucrose Polylaurate was identified, related Sucrose Laurate has a maximum reported use concentration of 3% in personal care formulations. Its established safety allows for use in products applied to the eye area, mucous membranes, and in baby care products. Related Sucrose Laurate, Sucrose Palmitate, Sucrose Stearate, and Sucrose Distearate are listed as inactive ingredients in FDA-approved drug products.

Your Skin

Skin Compatibility

Yes Normal
Yes Dry
Yes Oily
Yes Sensitive
Irritancy Unknown
Comedogenicity Unknown

Our Assessment

Verdict

Valuable

Sucrose Polylaurate is a valuable, safe, and versatile ingredient, offering significant formulation benefits as an effective emulsifier and emollient, with observed potential to enhance active ingredient delivery and hydration based on related ester research.

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