Glyceryl Oleate/Elaidate
AKA “Glyceryl monooleate, Glyceryl monounsaturated ester”
Surfactant
Ingredient Facts
Glyceryl oleate/elaidate
AKA: Glyceryl monooleate, Glyceryl monounsaturated ester
Surfactant · Emollient · EWG: 4
Synthetic
Emollient
Cleanser
Emulsifier
Skin Conditioner
Not Clean
Mixture of monoesters of (Z)-9-octadecenoic acid and (E)-9-octadecenoic acid with 1,2,3-propanetriol
Formula
C21H40O4
Mol. Weight
352.55
Form
Oil
See origin →
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.
Cleansing
Makes oil and water mix so dirt, makeup, and sunscreen can actually be washed away. The reason your face wash foams.
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 blend combining two forms of C18 fatty acids developed for cosmetic formulation. Created to provide both natural-origin and synthetic emulsifying properties in modern skincare products.
Skin Types
●all-skin-types
Best For
Dryness
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
Verified Jun 2026
Data: PubChem · CosIng · EWG · CIR