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Is Glyceryl Palmitate Lactate vegan?

Glyceryl Palmitate Lactate

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Glyceryl Palmitate Lactate is a mixed ester of glycerol, palmitic acid, and lactic acid. It is used in cosmetics as an emollient and emulsifier, providing skin-conditioning properties.

Also known as Hexadecanoic acid ester with 1,2,3-propanetriol 2-hydroxypropanoate, Hexadecanoic acid, ester with 1,2,3-propanetriol 2-hydroxypropanoate
INCI name Glyceryl Palmitate Lactate
CosIng ID 34092
Last reviewed 4 July 2026

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