murphyHydrogenated Palm Kernel Oil
AKA: Hardened palm kernel oil
Plant-Derived
Emollient
Skin Conditioner
Clean
OriginNative to Indonesia, Malaysia. Derived from the kernels of palm trees (Arecaceae family) grown primarily in Indonesia and Malaysia. Produced through cold-pressing of palm kernels followed by catalytic hydrogenation to solidify the oil.
Hydrogenated Palm Kernel Oil is the end product of controlled hydrogenation of Elaeis Guineensis Kernel Oil.
Family
Arecaceae (Palm family)
Plant Part
Kernel
CAS #
68990-82-9, 84540-04-5
Form
Oil
Skin Types
●all-skin-types
Best For
Dryness
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
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
The paper trail
🔬Peer-reviewednone on file
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🛡️Safety-assessed3 reviews →
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EWG
2
CIR
Safe as used
Pregnancy
Yes
CIR Safety Findings
Eye Irritant in Testing
1 study / 1 irritating / reactions mild (CIR 267)
Concentration Guide
Leave-on0.4–13%
Rinse-off0.6–2%
0%50%100%
CIR reported use · 2010 survey
Regulatory Agencies
Verified Jun 2026
Data: CosIng · EWG · CIR