Dilauryl Citrate
molecular structure · PubChem
AKA: Didodecyl hydrogen citrate, 25637-88-1, DILAURYL CITRATE [INCI], 1, 2, 3-Propanetricarboxylic acid, Didodecyl ester, 247-146-3, 3-Dilauryl citrate, Citric acid
Synthetic
Emollient
Skin Conditioner
Clean
Didodecyl hydrogen citrate
Formula
C30H56O7
Mol. Weight
528.80
CAS #
25637-88-1
Form
Liquid
Functions
Skin Conditioning
A catch-all term for ingredients that improve how skin looks and feels — softer, smoother, more supple. The workhorse behind most moisturizers.
Emollient
Fills in the tiny cracks between skin cells to make everything feel smooth and soft. The "silky finish" ingredient.
Locks In Moisture
Traditional Use
A synthetic ester created from lauryl alcohol and citric acid. Developed as an emollient and conditioning agent for use in cosmetics and personal care products.
Skin Types
●all-skin-types
Best For
General
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
The paper trail
🔬Peer-reviewednone on file
⚖️Regulatory1 listing →
🛡️Safety-assessed2 reviews →
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Verified Jun 2026
Data: PubChem · CosIng · EWG · CIR