OriginDerived from palmitic acid, a saturated fatty acid found in palm and animal fats. Synthesized through esterification of palmitic acid with glycerol to form a triglyceride compound.
Tripalmitin is a triglyceride obtained by formal acylation of the three hydroxy groups of glycerol by palmitic (hexadecanoic) acid. It is functionally related to a hexadecanoic acid.
Formula
C51H98O6
Mol. Weight
807.30
CAS #
555-44-2
Form
Powder
State
Solid; [Merck Index] White powder; [Acros Organics MSDS]
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.
Viscosity Controlling
Locks in moisture
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