INCI · surfactant · CIR review pending · used in 2 products
Propylene Glycol Laurate
Propylene Glycol Laurate is the monoester of propylene glycol and lauric acid (CAS #: 27194-74-7 / 142-55-2 / 37321-62-3 / 199282-83-2). According to official CosIng data, its recognized functions are skin conditioning and surfactant. It is found across a wide range of rinse-off and leave-on cosmetic formulations including cleansers, shampoos, and moisturizers.
Evidence level
weakEWG score
—Comedogenic
0/5Category
surfactant● Benefits
Propylene Glycol Laurate acts primarily as a surfactant/cleansing agent and secondarily as a skin-conditioning ingredient. Its established role is to help emulsify and cleanse the skin or hair in cosmetic formulations.
cleansing
● Cautions
Rated with an irritancy score of 3 per the source, suggesting a moderate potential for skin irritation; individuals with sensitive skin should take note.
