Hydrogenated Glyceryl Palmate
An emollient and emulsion stabilizer from palm fatty acids. It softens skin and keeps the cream firm. Well tolerated.
Evidence by route
Topical application
A functional emollient and stabilizer. Safe.
- CIR Cosmetic Ingredient Review safety assessment
How to read tiers A–F
- BLimited evidence. One RCT or several controlled studies with limitations
Tolerability and safety
- Irritation potential
- Low
- Allergen risk
- Low
- Pregnancy
- Safe
- Suitable for
- Normal, Dry, Combination, Oily, Sensitive
About this ingredient
Hydrogenated Glyceryl Palmate (INCI same) is an emollient and emulsion stabilizer made from palm fatty acids. It softens skin and helps keep a cream bodied and stable. It appears in moisturizing creams and emulsions. On efficacy: this is a functional texture and emollient ingredient, not a treatment active. It gives a soft feel and consistency to the formula, and it does that well, but do not expect corrective action from it. It is topical, with no meaningful systemic absorption. It can be used during pregnancy and breastfeeding. Tolerance is good: low irritation and allergy potential, suitable for sensitive skin. Comedogenicity is very low (level 1), so for most oily skin it is not a problem, though very acne-prone skin may watch its response to rich formulas containing it.
Frequently asked questions
Is Hydrogenated Glyceryl Palmate safe during pregnancy?
Hydrogenated Glyceryl Palmate is considered safe during pregnancy at typical cosmetic concentrations. Systemic absorption through the skin is minimal.
What skin types is Hydrogenated Glyceryl Palmate for?
Hydrogenated Glyceryl Palmate suits: normal, dry, combination, oily, sensitive.
What is Hydrogenated Glyceryl Palmate and what does it do in cosmetics?
An emollient and emulsion stabilizer from palm fatty acids.
Is Hydrogenated Glyceryl Palmate comedogenic?
On the Fulton scale 1/5 – very low comedogenicity. For acne-prone skin, a rating of 3 or higher suggests choosing an alternative.
What's the INCI name for Hydrogenated Glyceryl Palmate?
The INCI name is Hydrogenated Glyceryl Palmate.
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