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
Not Clean
OriginDerived from coconut or palm kernel oils, which contain lauric acid and glycerin as starting materials. Synthesized through esterification of polyglycerin and lauric acid, creating a polyester compound.
1,2,3-Propanetriol, homopolymer, dodecanoates (1:1) (2 mol glycerol average molar ratio)
Formula
C18H36O6
Mol. Weight
348.50
CAS #
96499-68-2
Skin Types
●all-skin-types
Best For
General
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
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
The paper trail
🔬Peer-reviewednone on file
⚖️Regulatory1 listing →
🛡️Safety-assessed1 review →
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EWG
4
CIR
Safe as used
Pregnancy
Yes
Concentration Guide
Leave-on2%
Rinse-off4.6%
0%50%100%
CIR reported use · report published 2023
Regulatory Status
USA✔ permitted
EU⚠ restricted
JAPAN⚠ restricted
CANADA⚠ restricted
Verified Jun 2026
Data: PubChem · CosIng · EWG · CIR