Glyceryl undecylenate

INCI: Glyceryl Undecylenate

What is Glyceryl Undecylenate?
It is an ester of glycerin with undecylenic acid, which can be derived from glycerin from castor oil and rapeseed. It is an emulsifying and antimicrobial agent.

Properties of Glyceryl Undecylenate
It acts as a skin conditioning agent that hydrates and seals in moisture. Of natural origin, it can be found in many natural skincare products.

As an emulsifier, it facilitates the mixing of immiscible liquids by modifying the interfacial tension. As an antimicrobial, it is often combined with glyceryl caprylate; together they present significant antimicrobial and antifungal action.