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CAS Number: 27194-74-7 / 142-55-2 / 37321-62-3 / 199282-83-2; Lauric acid, monoester with propane-1,2-diol
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Propylene glycol (1,2-propanediol)" refers to a divalent alcohol which, due to its chemical and physical properties, is widely used in pharmaceuticals, cosmetics and technology both as a monosubstrate and as a component of an ester; "laureate" refers to the ester of "lauric acid" of a saturated monocarboxylic acid.
Propylene glycol laureate is used in cosmetic formulations. The substance acts as an emollient (makes the skin smooth and supple) and as an emulsifier (a surface-active substance which is used in cosmetic products as an additive to combine two immiscible liquids - e.g. oil and water - to form an emulsion).
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