Based on the available data, the CIR Panel concludes that Lard Glyceride, Hydrogenated Lard Glyceride, Lard Glycerides, Hydrogenated Lard Glycerides, Lard and Hydrogenated Lard are safe as used in cosmetic products, provided that established limitations imposed on heavy metal and pesticide concentrations are not exceeded.
Formula
C21H42O5
Mol. Weight
374.60
CAS #
61789-10-4
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.
Emulsifying
Forces oil and water to stay mixed instead of separating into layers. The unsung hero holding your lotion together.
Viscosity Controlling
Locks in moisture
Traditional Use
Animal fat-derived emollient used historically in traditional salves and wound treatments. Lard was a common base for medicinal ointments in European folk medicine before being largely replaced by plant-based alternatives in modern cosmetics.