Glyceryl Citrate/ Lactate/ Linoleate/ Oleate

Glyceryl citrate/lactate/linoleate/oleate is a mixed ester of glycerin with organic acids and unsaturated fatty acids. It's used to support stable emulsions, condition the skin's surface, and improve spreadability in creams, lotions, and milky cleansers.
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Ingredient Snapshot

Overview
A glycerin-based ester that conditions skin and helps creams blend smoothly.
Category
Emulsifying, Skin Conditioning, Barrier Support
Type
Emulsifier

Ingredient Ratings

Overall Rating

Good

Comedogenic Risk

Low

Skin Benefits

Improves skin suppleness and helps reinforce the sensation of a resilient barrier. Improves glide for easy, even application.

Uses In Skincare & Cosmetics

Seen in sunscreens, makeup primers, and cleansing balms to support stable oil-water blends. Also used in after-sun gels and hand treatments.

Comedogenic Rating

Glyceryl Citrate/ Lactate/ Linoleate/ Oleate has a comedogenic rating of 2. It has a low likelihood of clogging pores but may not suit all skin types.

Safety

Typically low irritation risk in finished formulas. Unsaturated components can oxidize if poorly protected, so freshness and antioxidant systems matter to minimize potential sensitivity from degradation byproducts.

Is Glyceryl Citrate/ Lactate/ Linoleate/ Oleate a Good Ingredient?

It's Good as a versatile mixed ester that stabilizes emulsions and softens skin, improving spread and giving a conditioned feel while supplying fatty components. The barrier support is mainly sensorial, since strong clinical repair data are limited, which keeps this at Good rather than Great.

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