Sorbeth-2 Hexalaurate

AKA: Polysorbate Laurate, Lauric Acid Ester

Synthetic

Emollient

Skin Conditioner

Not Clean

OriginDerived from sorbitol and fatty acids (typically lauric acid esters) through chemical synthesis. Produced by esterification of sorbitol with multiple lauric acid chains under catalytic conditions.

Sorbeth-2 Hexalaurate is the hexaester of lauric acid and a polyethylene glycol ether of Sorbitol containing an average 2 moles of ethylene oxide

CAS #

-

Form

Liquid

Skin Types

●all-skin-types

Best For

Dryness

Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe

Yes

Functions

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

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EWG

CIR

Safe as used

Pregnancy

Yes

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Concentration Guide

CIR lists it as not reported to be in use.

CIR · report published 2015

Regulatory Status

USA✔ permitted

EU⚠ restricted

JAPAN⚠ restricted

CANADA⚠ restricted

Regulatory Agencies

EWG CIR FDA EU COSING Health Canada

Verified Jun 2026

Data: CosIng · EWG · CIR