Lauryl/Myristyl Polyricinoleate
Approved Ingredients
Lauryl/Myristyl Polyricinoleate
Lauryl/myristyl polyricinoleate is an organic compound, usually appearing as a pale yellow liquid, derived from lauryl and myristyl alcohols (fatty alcohols found in coconut and palm oils) and ricinoleic acid (an unsaturated omega-9 fatty acid found in castor oil).
Lauryl/myristyl polyricinoleate has conditioning properties, and can be used in hair care to help hydrate hair and leave a smooth after-feel, allowing for easier combing.
INCI Name:
Lauryl/Myristyl Polyricinoleate
Ingredient origins:
Coconut Fruit, Oil Palm Fruit, Castor Seed
Role:
Hair Conditioning Agent, Humectant
Common name:
Lauryl/Myristyl Polyricinoleate
EWG score: The EWG score is a hazard score ranging from 1-2 (low hazard), 3-6 (moderate hazard) and 7-10 (high hazard) published by the Environmental Working Group. Their data is sourced from the Skin Deep® database and studies published in open scientific literature.
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