Sodium Laurate/Linoleate/Oleate/Palmitate
molecular structure · PubChem
AKA: Soap, Mixed Vegetable Oil Soaps
Synthetic
Emollient
Skin Conditioner
Barrier Support
Plant Oil
Not Clean
Sodium Laurate/Linoleate/Oleate/Palmitate is the sodium salt of a mixture of lauric, linoleic, oleic and palmitic acids.
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.
Skin Protecting
Helps rebuild and strengthen your skin barrier — the invisible shield that keeps moisture in and irritants out. Essential after over-exfoliating or harsh weather.
Nourishes & Protects
Locks In Moisture
Traditional Use
A synthetic blend of naturally derived fatty acid salts from oils (coconut, linseed, olive, and palm). Developed in the 20th century to combine traditional plant-based cleansing and conditioning properties in a single ingredient.
Skin Types
●all-skin-types
Best For
General
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
The paper trail
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Verified Jun 2026
Data: CosIng · EWG · CIR