Common Name(s): Hydrogenated lard,sus scrofa domesticus (pig) hydrogenated pork fat ester

DESCRIPTION

What It Does: Softens and conditions skin with a light, non-greasy feel.

Why It's Used: Used for its solid waxy emollient; animal-derived; declining use due to animal welfare and vegan consumer trends emollient properties; suitable for lightweight skin care where non-greasy texture is key.

How It Works: Ester of sus scrofa domesticus (pig) (branched or specialty alcohol) with hydrogenated pork fat; branching reduces crystallinity and greasiness; provides smooth, dry-oil skin feel.

Typically Found In: Lightweight moisturizers,sunscreens,skin serums,body lotions

TECHNICAL DETAILS

Primary Category: Functional ingredient – emollient

Secondary Functions: Skin conditioning,texture modification,spreading agent

Application Areas:

Typical Concentration Range: 0.5%–10%

SOURCING & ETHICS

Vegan Status: No - animal-derived

Halal Status: No - porcine; prohibited by explicit text

Source Notes: Sus scrofa domesticus (pig) and hydrogenated pork fat; plant or synthetic origin. [audit 2026-07-29 rev2: name declares porcine or lard origin; no supplier document can make this conditional. determination requires shariah-panel sign-off.]

SKIN COMPATIBILITY

Irritancy Rating: 1/5 – very low

Comedogenicity Rating: 1/5 – low

Sensitivity Concerns: Generally well tolerated.

Safe for Sensitive Skin: Yes

SAFETY & COMPATIBILITY

Safety Profile: Good safety profile. ewg score: 1.

Works Well With: Other emollients,silicones,natural oils,humectants

Avoid Combining With: No significant incompatibilities

SCIENTIFIC NOTE

Hydrogenated lard is fully saturated pig fat; provides solid occlusive emolliency; animal-derived and non-vegan/non-halal; largely replaced by plant-derived alternatives (shea, cocoa, hydrogenated vegetable oils).

Last Verified: 2026-03-28

Primary Sources: Cosing database,inci dictionary