Snapshot
- Overview
- A sugar-based emulsifier that gives a light, non-greasy skin feel.
- Category
- Emulsifying
- Type
- Emulsifier
Sucrose Trilaurate
Sucrose trilaurate is a nonionic ester surfactant formed by linking sucrose with three lauric acid groups. Cosmetic formulas use it to emulsify and disperse oils, distribute actives evenly, and keep the finish light and non-greasy.
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Our take
Is Sucrose Trilaurate a Good Ingredient?
It rates Good due to its effectiveness in dispersing oils and pigments while remaining largely gentle as a nonionic sucrose ester. A small risk of mild irritation exists, especially on compromised skin barriers or near the eyes, which keeps it below Great.
What it does
Skin Benefits
It delivers a light, non-greasy skin feel while aiding uniform dispersion of pigments and actives, supporting clear, even application in fluid formats.
Where you'll find it
Uses in Skincare & Cosmetics
It's frequently used in milky serums, fluid lotions, and lightweight moisturizers to create stable blends, and appears in liquid makeup and cleansing lotions for smooth distribution.
Before you use it
Safety
It carries low irritation risk at normal formulation levels, but patch testing is prudent for reactive skin. Rinse if accidental eye exposure causes discomfort. No notable regulatory restrictions are typically associated with this ingredient.
Products with Sucrose Trilaurate
