murphyZinc Laurate
AKA: 2452-01-9, Zinc dilaurate, Dodecanoic acid, Zinc salt (2:1), Zinc salt
The Vital System: Radiant Skin
Westman Atelier
Vital Pressed Skincare Powder - Translucent
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Vital Pressed Skincare Powder - Café
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Vital Pressed Skincare Powder - Crème
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Vital Pressed Skincare Powder - Dune
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Vital Pressed Skincare Powder
Westman Atelier
Synthetic
Clean
OriginDerived from lauric acid and zinc compounds, both produced through synthetic chemical processes. Synthesized through the esterification reaction between zinc salts and lauric acid or its derivatives.
The CIR Expert Panel concluded that the following 27 zinc salts are safe in cosmetics in the present practices of use and concentration described in this safety assessment when formulated to be non-irritating...Zinc Laurate...
Formula
C24H46O4Zn
Mol. Weight
464.00
CAS #
2452-01-9
Form
Powder
State
Pellets or Large Crystals; Dry Powder
Skin Types
●all-skin-types
Best For
Acne
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
Functions
Anticaking
Opacifying
Viscosity Controlling
Prevents Clumping
Adds Opacity
Controls Viscosity
Fights Bacteria
Anti-Aging Benefits
Reduces Inflammation
Creates creamy opacity
Controls product thickness
The paper trail
🔬Peer-reviewednone on file
⚖️Regulatory1 listing →
🛡️Safety-assessed3 reviews →
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EWG
2
CIR
Safe as used
Pregnancy
Yes
CIR Safety Findings
Not a Skin Irritant
1 study / 1 not irritating (CIR 755)
Not a Sensitizer
1 study / 1 not sensitizing (CIR 755)
Concentration Guide
Leave-on1–7%
Rinse-off1.2%
0%50%100%
CIR reported use · 2016 survey
Regulatory Agencies
Verified Jun 2026
Data: PubChem · CosIng · EWG · CIR