Propylene Glycol Laurate
AKA “2-Hydroxypropyl laurate, 2-Hydroxypropyl dodecanoate, Emalex PGML, Propyleneglycol monolaurate, Lauric acid, 2-hydroxypropyl ester, 2-Propanediol, 1-laurate”
Synthetic
Ingredient Facts
Propylene glycol laurate
AKA: 2-Hydroxypropyl laurate, 2-Hydroxypropyl dodecanoate, Emalex PGML, Propyleneglycol monolaurate, Lauric acid, 2-hydroxypropyl ester, 2-Propanediol, 1-laurate
Synthetic · Cleansing · EWG: 4
Synthetic
Cleanser
Skin Conditioner
Plant Oil
Synthetic
Clean
A gentle cleanser derived from coconut oil that removes dirt and oil while keeping skin soft and conditioned.
Effective at 1.0%
Formula
C15H30O3
Mol. Weight
258.40
CAS #
27194-74-7, 142-55-2, 37321-62-3, 199282-83-2
Form
Liquid
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Functions
Skin Conditioning
A catch-all term for ingredients that improve how skin looks and feels — softer, smoother, more supple. The workhorse behind most moisturizers.
Cleansing
Makes oil and water mix so dirt, makeup, and sunscreen can actually be washed away. The reason your face wash foams.
Locks in moisture
Traditional Use
Synthetic ester developed in the mid-20th century as an emollient and emulsifier for cosmetics. Created to provide lightweight hydration and improve product stability.
Skin Types
●all-skin-types
Best For
General
Melanin-Rich Skin
Suitable
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
EWG
4
CIR
Safe
Pregnancy
Yes
Restricted By
CIR Safety Findings
Not a Sensitizer
medical-approval
all-shades-safe
Concentration Guide
9.9e-05%
2.0%
0%14%
Effective Range
CIR reported use: 0.000099-2
Regulatory Agencies
Verified Feb 2026
Data: PubChem · CosIng · EWG · CIR