Emollient ingredient
Lauric Acid
A medium-chain saturated fatty acid (C12) found naturally in coconut oil, used in cosmetics as an emollient, cleansing agent, and precursor to mild surfactants.
Also known as: dodecanoic acid, c12 fatty acid
EmollientCleansingSurfactant precursor
Benefits
- ✓Contributes to skin softening as a saturated fatty acid
- ✓Antimicrobial activity; effective against acne-causing bacteria
Watch for
- ⚠Potentially comedogenic for acne-prone skin due to its C12 chain length
