Glyceryl Oleate/Elaidate

AKA “Glyceryl monooleate, Glyceryl monounsaturated ester”

Synthetic

Ingredient Facts

Glyceryl oleate/elaidate

AKA: Glyceryl monooleate, Glyceryl monounsaturated ester

Synthetic · Emollient · EWG: 4

Synthetic

Emollient

Cleanser

Emulsifier

Skin Conditioner

Synthetic

Clean

Mixture of monoesters of (Z)-9-octadecenoic acid and (E)-9-octadecenoic acid with 1,2,3-propanetriol Science: Functions: Skin Conditioning, Skin Conditioning - Emollient, Surfactant - Cleansing, Surfactant - Emulsifying Safety Ratings: CIR: Safe as used

Formula

C21H40O4

Mol. Weight

352.55

Form

Oil

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Functions

Emollient

Fills in the tiny cracks between skin cells to make everything feel smooth and soft. The "silky finish" ingredient.

Cleansing

Makes oil and water mix so dirt, makeup, and sunscreen can actually be washed away. The reason your face wash foams.

Emulsifying

Forces oil and water to stay mixed instead of separating into layers. The unsung hero holding your lotion together.

Locks In Moisture

Traditional Use

A synthetic blend combining two forms of C18 fatty acids developed for cosmetic formulation. Created to provide both natural-origin and synthetic emulsifying properties in modern skincare products.