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Lauroyl Lysine

Our database includes 1,116 products that contain 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.

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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
Bottom 50%

References

CosIng Data

CosIng ID 34940
INCI Name LAUROYL LYSINE
EC #  257-843-4
All Functions Hair Conditioning, Skin Conditioning, Viscosity Controlling