Glyceryl Palmitate
What Glyceryl Palmitate is & what it does
Glyceryl Palmitate is a glycerol ester of palmitic acid that functions as an emollient and a co-emulsifier, helping oil and water phases blend into a stable cream. It contributes a soft, conditioned skin feel and added body to lotions and creams. It is a widely used, well-established formulation ingredient. It is generally considered gentle and non-irritating.
What is Glyceryl Palmitate?
Glyceryl Palmitate is a glycerol ester of palmitic acid used as an emollient and co-emulsifier. It is a widely used, well-established formulation ingredient.
What does Glyceryl Palmitate do in a formula?
It helps oil and water phases blend into a stable cream and contributes a soft, conditioned skin feel with added body to lotions and creams.
Is Glyceryl Palmitate safe?
It is generally considered gentle and non-irritating at cosmetic levels, and no concerns are flagged in our data. Individual tolerance can vary.
Sunscreens with Glyceryl Palmitate
We rate 3 sunscreens that contain it:
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Avene Dermabsolu Redensifying Tinted Cream Spf 30
87/100
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La PIEL Sun Babe Face Cream Sunscreen SPF 50
73/100
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MARTIDERM Proteos Hydra Plus Spf 15
57/100