Synonym(s)
CAS number: 182970-05-4; Glycerol trilactate
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Trilactin is a glycerol-lactic acid triester which is used in cosmetic formulations. The ester compound acts as a moisturizer (increases the water content of the skin) and as a humectant (retains skin moisture or binds moisture in cosmetic products).
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