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What Is Glyceryl Ricinoleate?
Glyceryl ricinoleate is a single ester (monoester) made from combining glycerin with ricinoleic acid, a fatty acid derived from castor seed oil. Although the latter part if plant-based, the source of glycerin may be synthetic, hence this ingredient is a hybrid. Of note, some suppliers offer an all-natural version, with the glycerin being vegetable-derived.\n\nIt’s a versatile ingredient due to its emollient, emulsifying, and surfactant (cleansing) properties. As an emollient, its protectant properties help skin maintain surface hydration and can also add a wetter feel to moisturizers that may not otherwise feel as…well, moist.\n\nUse levels of glyceryl ricinoleate in cosmetics depend on its intended function. Amounts of 5–20% are common, with levels varying based on co-emulsifiers and partner emollients. The Cosmetic Ingredient Review Board has examined the data of glyceryl ricinoleate and considers it safe in current practices of use.
Clinical Evidence & References
Published Research
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International Journal of Toxicology, May 2007, pages 147; and March 2004, pages 1–94 [URL not available] International Journal of Toxicology, 2007
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UL Prospector, Accessed August 2023 [URL not available] UL Prospector, 2023
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