OriginDerived from citric acid and lauryl alcohol, both obtainable through synthetic or natural pathways. Synthesized through esterification, where citric acid reacts with lauryl alcohol to form the triester compound.
Tridodecyl 2-hydroxypropane-1,2,3-tricarboxylate
Formula
C42H80O7
Mol. Weight
697.10
CAS #
65277-53-4
Form
Liquid
Skin Types
●all-skin-types
Best For
Dryness
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
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.
Locks In Moisture
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