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Glyceryl Laurate

What Glyceryl Laurate is & what it does

An emollient with antimicrobial activity that conditions skin while helping protect the formula. It gives a smooth, light feel.

What does Glyceryl Laurate do in skincare?

Glyceryl Laurate, also called glyceryl monolaurate, is used mainly as an emollient and a co-emulsifier. It helps soften skin and supports the blending of oil and water phases so a formula stays smooth and stable. It can also improve the overall feel of creams and lotions.

Is Glyceryl Laurate comedogenic?

Glyceryl Laurate is derived from lauric acid, and some lauric-acid-based ingredients are reported to be more likely to clog pores for certain people. Responses vary with concentration and with individual skin type. If you are acne-prone, you may want to monitor how your skin reacts to products that contain it.

Is Glyceryl Laurate natural or synthetic?

It is typically made from glycerin and lauric acid, both of which are often sourced from plant oils such as coconut or palm. This makes it generally a naturally derived ingredient, though the exact source depends on the supplier. Plant-sourced grades are suitable for vegan formulas.

Sunscreens with Glyceryl Laurate

We rate 45 sunscreens that contain it, showing the top 10 by overall score:

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