Polyglyceryl-2 Laurate

AKA: Dermofeel G 2 L, Diglyceryl monolaurate, Sunsoft Q-12D, 96499-68-2, Lauric acid, Monoester with diglycerol, Dodecanoic acid, Monoester with oxybis (propanediol)
Synthetic
Cleanser
Emulsifier
Plant Oil
Not Clean
1,2,3-Propanetriol, homopolymer, dodecanoates (1:1) (2 mol glycerol average molar ratio)
Formula
C18H36O6
Mol. Weight
348.50
CAS #
96499-68-2
Functions
Emulsifying
Forces oil and water to stay mixed instead of separating into layers. The unsung hero holding your lotion together.
Emulsifier
Antioxidant Protection
UV Protection
Mixes Oil & Water
Traditional Use
Synthesized in the mid-20th century by combining polyglycerin with lauric acid (derived from coconut oil). Created as a mild, plant-based alternative to harsher synthetic surfactants and emulsifiers.
EWG
4
CIR
Safe as used
Pregnancy
Yes
CIR Safety Findings
Not a Sensitizer
medical-approval
all-shades-safe
Regulatory Status
USApermitted
EUrestricted
JAPANrestricted
CANADArestricted
Skin Types
all-skin-types
Best For
General
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
The paper trail
🔬Peer-reviewednone on file
⚖️Regulatory1 listing
🛡️Safety-assessed1 review
Counts, not a verdict. A listing isn't a study. The trail, you decide.
Verified Jun 2026
Data: PubChem · CosIng · EWG · CIR