Glyceryl Undecylenate

Explained

This ingredient is an emollient and emulsifier.

Due to its thick oil / waxy texture, it has emollient properties. Emollients help hydrate skin by creating a thin film. This film prevents moisture from escaping.

Glyceryl Undecylenate is created from glycerin and undecylenic acid.

Undecylenic Acid is a fungal treatment, but is not as effective as newer medications.

Due to this, it may not be Malassezia folliculitis safe.

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What it does

Emollient Having the quality of softening or soothing the skin.
Emulsifying The act of emulsion: a suspension of small globules of one liquid in a second liquid with which the first will not mix
Skin Conditioning To hydrate and soften skin

Prevalence

Less common Percentage of products that contain it
0.5%
Top categories
Moisturizers
Treatments
Makeup
Position Predominant list placement
Bottom 50%

References

CosIng Data

CosIng ID 56331
INCI Name GLYCERYL UNDECYLENATE
All Functions Emollient, Emulsifying, Skin Conditioning