Lipid emulsifier
HYDROGENATED TALLOW GLYCERIDE CITRATE
Safety score · 0–100
Fine
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
Hydrogenated Tallow Glyceride Citrate is a tallow-derived emulsifier and emollient that stabilizes creams and provides skin-softening lipids. Low irritation in cosmetic grade form, with non-vegan sourcing as a caveat.
Skin benefits
- Bio-derived emulsifier and emollient blend of citric acid esters of hydrogenated tallow mono- and diglycerides
- Stabilizes oil-in-water emulsions and helps form smooth, occlusive lipid films on skin
- Citrate esters add mild chelating effect that can improve product stability
Known concerns
- Tallow source makes it non-vegan and not aligned with strict vegetarian or vegan claims
- Hydrogenation and esterification process variations affect purity and animal welfare credentials
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry: regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
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