Synonym(s)
CAS number: 22788-19-8; Propane-1,2-diyl didodecanoates; propylene dilaurate; Propylene glycol dilaurate
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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 pharmaceutics, cosmetics and technology both as a monosubstance and as a component of an ester. "dilaurate" refers to salt/ester of lauric acid (n-dodecanoic acid) of a saturated C12 monocarboxylic acid.
Propylene glycol dilaurate is used in cosmetic formulations. The substance acts as an emollient (makes the skin smooth and supple) and as a viscosity regulator (increases or decreases the viscosity of cosmetic products).
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