Propylene Glycol Laurate, a colorless or pale yellow liquid, is a potent emollient and emulsifier widely used in personal care products. It deeply hydrates, softens, and smooths the skin by forming a light, non-greasy film. In creams and lotions, this compound helps blend oil and water-based ingredients while also preventing their separation over time. Additionally, Propylene Glycol Laurate can act as a mild cleansing agent in makeup removers. With its neutral pH, this ingredient can be incorporated in a wide range of beauty products from moisturizers and cleansing lotions to deodorants and roll-ons. The chemical formula of Propylene Glycol Laurate is C18H36O2.
Products with PROPYLENE GLYCOL LAURATE
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LAKMOL PGL
by Lakeland Chemicals
Schercemol™ PGML ester
by Lubrizol
What is PROPYLENE GLYCOL LAURATE used for?
Propylene Glycol Laurate is a multifunctional ingredient having emollient, solubilizing, and cleansing properties. It offers its benefits in both the skin and hair care industries.
For skin: Propylene Glycol Laurate moisturizes the skin and leaves it supple by forming a barrier on the surface. By improving the texture of skin care products, this ingredient helps ensure the even application of formulations. It stabilizes oil-in-water emulsions while also helping dissolve oil-soluble ingredients like essential oils and fragrances.
For hair: Propylene Glycol Laurate smooths the hair shafts and provides light conditioning. Its gentle cleansing property is quite effective in products like shampoos. This ingredient can also be found in leave-in conditioners, hair serums, and anti-frizz products.
Origin
Propylene Glycol Laurate is made by esterifying lauric acid (a fatty acid) with propylene glycol. The reaction takes place in the presence of a catalyst at controlled temperatures. Water, which forms as a byproduct, is continuously removed for the reaction to complete. The resulting Propylene Glycol Laurate is filtered and purified.
What does PROPYLENE GLYCOL LAURATE do in a formulation?
SKIN CONDITIONING|
SURFACTANT|
EMOLLIENT|
EMULSIFYING|
HAIR CONDITIONINGSafety Profile
Propylene Glycol Laurate is a mild and non-comedogenic ingredient that is safe for use in cosmetics. It can be used in both leave-on and rinse-off products within specified concentrations. Since it has a low irritation and sensitization potential, it is well-tolerated by most skin types. Propylene Glycol Laurate is also readily biodegradable and safe for the environment.
PROPYLENE GLYCOL LAURATE alternatives
PROPYLENE GLYCOL LAURATE technical profile
| Property | Values |
Boiling Point | 362.5ºC |
pH | Neutral |
Solubility | Soluble in oil; practically insoluble in water |