Snapshot
- Overview
- A silky ester that helps products spread evenly and lightly.
- Category
- Skin Conditioning, Hydration, Tone/Texture
- Type
- Emollient
Lauryl Lactate
Lauryl lactate is an oil-soluble ester of lauryl alcohol and lactic acid with a light, silky feel. It adds emollience, improves spread, and aids solvency and slip in lotions, sunscreens, and makeup without heaviness.
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Our take
Is Lauryl Lactate a Good Ingredient?
Rated Good because it delivers lightweight emollience and improved spread, boosting the feel and uniformity of formulas. It stays at Good because the benefits are primarily sensory rather than delivering targeted skin improvement.
What it does
Skin Benefits
Provides a silky, non-greasy slip that makes products spread evenly and feel lightweight. Can improve the uniform application of makeup and sunscreen without heaviness.
Where you'll find it
Uses in Skincare & Cosmetics
Found in lotions, sunscreens, and primers to improve glide and sensory elegance. Also used in liquid foundations and cream cosmetics for smoother payoff.
Before you use it
Safety
Generally low irritation and well tolerated in leave-on and rinse-off products. Not known to be photosensitizing, and no common regulatory restrictions apply. Discontinue use if unusual redness or stinging occurs.
Products with Lauryl Lactate
