Quick answer

Key benefits: Hydration.

Lauryl Lactate

Updated

Dodecyl lactate

Purpose

Mixture of lauryl alcohol and lactic acid that functions as a skin-conditioning agent.

Rating

AVERAGE

Category

Emollient

INCI Purpose

SKIN CONDITIONING, SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT

Benefits

Hydration — Attracts and locks in moisture to keep skin plump and dewy

Alternative Names

At a Glance

Article

Mixture of lauryl alcohol and lactic acid that functions as a skin-softening agent and emollient; also used to impart fragrance.

References

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