Common Name(s): Lauric/palmitic/oleic triglyceride,mixed chain triglyceride,coconut-palm-olive triglyceride blend
DESCRIPTION
What It Does: Provides balanced, skin-compatible emolliency from three complementary fatty acids.
Why It's Used: A tailored mixed triglyceride combining c12 (lauric, antimicrobial, clean feel), c16 (palmitic, barrier support), and c18:1 (oleic, penetration and emolliency) in a single triglyceride; mimics the balanced profile of ideal skin-compatible oils.
How It Works: Lauric acid (c12) provides mild antimicrobial and clean, non-greasy feel; palmitic acid (c16) supports skin barrier lipid structure; oleic acid (c18:1) provides emolliency and controlled penetration.
Typically Found In: Balanced skin care,natural-origin formulas,barrier support products
TECHNICAL DETAILS
Primary Category: Functional ingredient – emollient
Secondary Functions: Skin conditioning,barrier support
Application Areas:
Facial Skincare
Body Care
Hair Care
Beard Care
Color Cosmetics (Makeup)
Dietary/Oral Supplements
Typical Concentration Range: 0.5%–20%
SOURCING & ETHICS
Vegan Status: No - animal-derived
Halal Status: Conditional - animal origin stated in the record's own description; documentation required
Source Notes: Fatty acids from coconut (lauric), palm (palmitic), and olive (oleic); plant-derived triglyceride. [audit 2026-07-29 rev2: pass-1 miss: the record's own detail text states an animal derivation, but pass 1 classified on the name and source_notes only. 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 triglycerides,natural oils,emulsifiers
Avoid Combining With: No significant incompatibilities
SCIENTIFIC NOTE
Purpose-formulated mixed triglycerides provide better compositional consistency than natural oils; the lauric/palmitic/oleic combination mimics the balanced profiles of oils like palm kernel oil with additional oleic character from olive; used in natural cosmetics.
Last Verified: 2026-03-28
Primary Sources: Cosing database,inci dictionary