Curi/Atlas/Glyceryl Arachidonate
INCI · emollient · CIR review pending · used in 4 products
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Glyceryl Arachidonate

Glyceryl Arachidonate (CAS #35474-99-8) is the ester of glycerin and arachidonic acid, a polyunsaturated omega-6 fatty acid. Its IUPAC name is 5,8,11,14-Eicosatetraenoic Acid, 2,3-Dihydroxypropyl Ester. According to CosIng, it functions as both an emollient and an emulsifying agent in cosmetic formulations.

Evidence level
weak
EWG score
Comedogenic
Category
emollient

● Benefits

As an emollient, it helps soften and smooth the skin by forming a conditioning layer on the surface. Its emulsifying function aids in stabilizing formulations that contain both water and oil phases.

hydratingbarrier-support
● Cautions

Where Curi finds it.