Sucrose Polylaurate
AKA “Sucrose Polylaurate”
Surfactant
Ingredient Facts
Sucrose polylaurate
Surfactant · Emollient · EWG: 4
Plant-Derived
Emollient
Cleanser
Emulsifier
Skin Conditioner
Plant Oil
Not Clean
.alpha.-d-Glucopyranoside,.beta.-d-fructofuranosyl, esters with dodecanoic acid
CAS #
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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.
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 modern synthetic ingredient combining sucrose with lauric acid. Developed for use as a gentle surfactant and emulsifier in cleansing and conditioning cosmetic products designed for mild, non-irritating formulations.
Skin Types
●all-skin-types
Best For
General
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
Verified Jun 2026
Data: CosIng · EWG · CIR