Lauroyl Proline

Lauroyl Proline

AKA “N-Dodecanoyl-L-proline, 1-(1-Oxododecyl)-L-proline, N-Lauroyl-L-proline, EINECS 261-407-9, UNII-HDI505B669, L-Proline, N-DODECANOYLPROLINE, (S)-N-DODECANOYLPROLINE”

Synthetic

Ingredient Facts

Lauroyl proline

AKA: N-Dodecanoyl-L-proline, 1-(1-Oxododecyl)-L-proline, N-Lauroyl-L-proline, EINECS 261-407-9, UNII-HDI505B669, L-Proline, N-DODECANOYLPROLINE, (S)-N-DODECANOYLPROLINE

Synthetic · Emollient · EWG: 4

Synthetic

Emollient

Cleanser

Skin Conditioner

Barrier Support

Hair Care

Amino Acid

Synthetic

Clean

A gentle conditioning agent that smooths and softens hair while protecting skin from dryness and irritation.

Formula

C17H31NO3

Mol. Weight

297.40

CAS #

58725-39-6

Form

Powder

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Functions

Hair Conditioning

A catch-all term for ingredients that improve how skin looks and feels — softer, smoother, more supple. The workhorse behind most moisturizers.

Skin Protecting

Helps rebuild and strengthen your skin barrier — the invisible shield that keeps moisture in and irritants out. Essential after over-exfoliating or harsh weather.

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.

Moisturising

Nourishes & Protects

Traditional Use

Modern synthetic derivative combining lauric acid with the amino acid proline, developed for conditioning and skin-care benefits in contemporary cosmetic formulations.