HEXYL LAURATE

Ingredient type: FAT-SOLUBLE/EMOLLIENT

✨ Role: Hexyl laurate is used for its emollient properties, which help soften and smooth the skin. It also improves the texture of skincare products, giving them a silky feel.

Ingredient type: Fat-soluble

Safety: Yes, this ingredient is generally considered safe for cosmetic use.

✨ Vegan: Yes, hexyl laurate is usually synthetic or plant-based, and is therefore suitable for vegan products.

✨ Note: Hexyl laurate is generally well tolerated by the skin, but like any ingredient, it may cause reactions in people with very sensitive or allergic skin. It is also non-comedogenic, meaning it should not clog pores.

Found in: It is frequently found in lotions, moisturizers, makeup products, and sun care products due to its ability to improve the spreadability of formulas on the skin.