Potassium Laurate
Potassium Laurate is an emulsifier used in skincare. It's found in 9 products in our database, making it a less common ingredient.
What it does
Holds the formula together
Who it's best for
A supporting ingredient — found in most cream and lotion formulas.
- Essential for product stability, not typically chosen by the consumer
- Generally well-tolerated across all skin types
- Helps oil and water phases blend into a smooth, usable texture
Works well with
- +Draws in moisture(humectant)
- +Softens and smooths(emollient)
- +Locks moisture in(occlusive)
9 products
Holds the formula together
Best products with Potassium Laurate
Masks
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See all moisturisers→Top products with Potassium Laurate
Cryo Rubber™ Firming Peptide Face Mask
Cryo Rubber™ Soothing Face Mask with Allantoin
Cryo Rubber™ Brightening Face Mask with Niacinamide
Cryo Rubber™ Moisturizing Face Mask with Hyaluronic Acid
The Longevity Youth Restoring Cream Moisturizer for Elasticity & Brightness
EXTRA WHITE PORE MINIMISER MUD FOAM
Treatment Enzyme Peel Cleansing Powder
All About Clean Rinse-Off Foaming Cleanser
Loreal Pure-Claly Mask Clear & Comfort
Frequently asked questions
What does Potassium Laurate do in skincare?
Potassium Laurate is classified as "holds the formula together" in skincare formulations. Holds the formula together.
Is Potassium Laurate safe for sensitive skin?
Potassium Laurate is generally well-tolerated and has no specific concern flags in our database. As with any ingredient, patch-test if you have highly reactive skin.
What products contain Potassium Laurate?
9 products in our database contain Potassium Laurate. The highest-rated is Dr. Jart+ Cryo Rubber™ Firming Peptide Face Mask scoring 8.7/9.8.
Can I use Potassium Laurate every day?
Emulsifiers are present in most cream formulas and are used daily without concern. They are a structural part of the product.