Tallow Glyceride
molecular structure · PubChem
AKA: Tallow Monoglyceride, Tallow Ester
Synthetic
Emollient
Cleanser
Emulsifier
Skin Conditioner
Clean
Glycerides, tallow mono-
CAS #
61789-13-7
Functions
Emollient
Fills in the tiny cracks between skin cells to make everything feel smooth and soft. The "silky finish" ingredient.
Emulsifying
Forces oil and water to stay mixed instead of separating into layers. The unsung hero holding your lotion together.
Locks In Moisture
Traditional Use
Tallow glycerides are synthetic esters created by chemically combining rendered tallow fat with glycerin, developed in the mid-20th century to create more stable and cosmetically elegant conditioning agents than raw tallow.
Skin Types
●all-skin-types
Best For
Dryness
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
The paper trail
🔬Peer-reviewed1 paper →
⚖️Regulatory1 listing →
🛡️Safety-assessed2 reviews →
Counts, not a verdict. A listing isn't a study. The trail, you decide.
Verified Jun 2026
Data: CosIng · EWG · CIR