Quick answer
Wax-like emollient that contributes to a soft after feel and smooth glide; Helps bioactive ingredients better integrate with skin’s surface; Can be used to add opacity to a formula; Deemed safe by the Cosmetic Ingredient Review Key benefits: Hydration.
Lauryl Laurate
Updated
Dodecanoic Acid, Dodecyl Ester
Purpose
Helps bioactive ingredients better integrate with skin’s surface and contributes to a soft after feel + smooth glide. Can also be used to add opacity to the formula.
Rating
BEST
Category
Emollient, Texture Enhancer
INCI Purpose
HAIR CONDITIONING, SKIN CONDITIONING
Benefits
Alternative Names
At a Glance
Wax-like emollient that contributes to a soft after feel and smooth glide
Helps bioactive ingredients better integrate with skin’s surface
Can be used to add opacity to a formula
Deemed safe by the Cosmetic Ingredient Review
Article
Lauryl laurate is the ester of lauryl alcohol + lauric acid. This wax-like emollient can help bioactive ingredients better integrate with skin’s surface. It also contributes to a soft finish, helps provide a smooth glide, and can be used to add opacity to a formula. In hair care, lauryl laurate functions as a conditioning agent and it’s also used in makeup products such as lipstick.
Despite being an emollient, lauryl laurate can actually reduce the greasy feel of oil-based solutions, providing an almost silicone-like feel. It is considered a low molecular weight ingredient.
This ingredient has been deemed safe by the Cosmetic Ingredient Review (their report looked at products containing up to 16% lauryl laurate).
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