Alkyl Lactate
Emollient, Moisturising, Viscosity controlling
Limited Data
Insufficient safety data available. Consider enriching this ingredient.
Details
Description
Emollient, Moisturising, Viscosity controlling
Purpose
Function
Emollient, Moisturising, Viscosity controlling
Profile
Properties
Silicone
Silicone free
Compliance
Regulatory Status
EU
Permitted
Safety
GOOD
US
Permitted
Absorptionmoderate
Sensitizationlow
MoSnot established
NOAEL167 mg/kg
ConcernLow
Verdict
The hydroxy group from the lactate moiety can exhibit a mild AHA-like peeling effect. At higher concentrations, monitor for irritation. Best at neutral pH.
US Note
Adequate — supported by extensive use history and structural analogy
Assessment
Ratings
Reference
Identifiers
No registry identifiers available for this ingredient.