Very Disliked
Lauroyl Lysine
Explained
This ingredient comes from a fatty acid (lauric acid) and amino acid (lysine). It is used to add a silky feel to cosmetics.
According to a manufacturer, its fatty acid base leaves a silky feeling on the skin. It also has emollient properties because of this. Emollients help soften skin by preventing water from evaporating.
Lauroyl lysine is barely soluble in water.
See all 2,197 products with Lauroyl Lysine
Users who like it
7%
Users who avoid it
93%
What it does
Skin Conditioning
To hydrate and soften skin
Prevalence
Uncommon
Percentage of products that contain it
2.1%
Top categories
Makeup
Sunscreens
Moisturizers
Position
Predominant list placement
Top 25%
References
Products with Lauroyl Lysine
CosIng Data
CosIng ID
34940
INCI Name
LAUROYL LYSINE
EC #
 257-843-4
All Functions
Hair Conditioning, Skin Conditioning, Viscosity Controlling
