Glyceryl Linoleate
AKA “Monolinolein, Glyceryl oleolinoleate, [(2S)-2, 12Z)-octadeca-9, 12-dienoate, Maisine 35-1, Linoleic acid monoglyceride”
Surfactant
Ingredient Facts
Glyceryl linoleate
AKA: Monolinolein, Glyceryl oleolinoleate, [(2S)-2, 12Z)-octadeca-9, 12-dienoate, Maisine 35-1, Linoleic acid monoglyceride
Surfactant · Emollient · EWG: 3
Synthetic
Emollient
Cleanser
Emulsifier
Skin Conditioner
Not Clean
Glyceryl Linoleate is the monoester of glycerin and linoleic acid. It conforms to the formula
Formula
C21H38O4
Mol. Weight
350.53
CAS #
26545-74-4, 37348-65-5, 2277-28-3
Form
Oil
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Functions
Skin Conditioning
A catch-all term for ingredients that improve how skin looks and feels — softer, smoother, more supple. The workhorse behind most moisturizers.
Emollient
Fills in the tiny cracks between skin cells to make everything feel smooth and soft. The "silky finish" ingredient.
Emulsifying
Forces oil and water to stay mixed instead of separating into layers. The unsung hero holding your lotion together.
Locks In Moisture
Traditional Use
A synthetic ester combining glycerin with linoleic acid (an essential fatty acid from plant oils) developed in the 20th century. Designed to deliver essential fatty acids and improve skin barrier function in modern formulations.
Skin Types
●all-skin-types
Best For
Dryness
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
Verified Jun 2026
Data: PubChem · CosIng · EWG · CIR