fatty acid

Lauric Acid

Evidenceemerging · Tier 3Irritation riskLowIn products238

C12 saturated fatty acid; comedogenic and a Malassezia substrate.

The research

Lauric Acid is a fatty acid backed by early but promising evidence (evidence tier 3 of 4). We are still building the study record for this ingredient.

Products with Lauric Acid

In 238 products — most often cleansers (149), moisturizers (32), serums (25), from $4.45 to $216.79. Set up a profile to rank these for your skin. Click any product to learn more.

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Lancôme

Lancôme

Crème Mousse Confort Creamy Foaming Cleanser

Cleanser

$34.00124.2ml · $0.27/ml

★★★★★4.8(2,688)

Ideal for

  • GoodOiliness & shine
  • GoodBlackheads
  • GoodEnlarged pores
  • GoodAcne & breakouts

Caution

May aggravate: Seborrheic Dermatitis (Myristic Acid, Palmitic Acid and Lauric Acid); Atopic Dermatitis / Eczema (Salicylic Acid and Propylene Glycol); Rosacea (Propylene Glycol)

Crème Mousse Confort Creamy Foaming Cleanser is a water cleanser by Lancôme. Key ingredients include Glycerin, Myristic Acid, Butylene Glycol.

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Lancôme

Lancôme

Crème Radiance Clarifying Cream-to-Foam Cleanser

Cleanser

$39.00124.2ml · $0.31/ml

★★★★★4.8(2,648)

Ideal for

  • GoodDryness
  • LowUneven texture

Not recommended for

Acne & breakouts

Caution

May aggravate: Seborrheic Dermatitis (Myristic Acid, Palmitic Acid and Lauric Acid); Rosacea (Limonene and Linalool)

Crème Radiance Clarifying Cream-to-Foam Cleanser is a water cleanser by Lancôme. Key ingredients include Glycerin, Myristic Acid, Stearic Acid.

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RODAN + FIELDS

RODAN + FIELDS

Redefine Daily Foaming Face Cleanser

Cleanser

$45.00124.2ml · $0.36/ml

★★★★★4.8(4,116)

Ideal for

  • ExcellentDryness
  • StrongUneven texture
  • GoodFine lines & wrinkles
  • GoodDark spots & hyperpigmentation

Not recommended for

Atopic Dermatitis / EczemaRosaceaPsoriasis

Caution

May aggravate: Melasma (Fragrance); Perioral Dermatitis (Fragrance); Seborrheic Dermatitis (Lauric Acid and Myristic Acid)

Redefine Daily Foaming Face Cleanser is a water cleanser by RODAN + FIELDS. Key ingredients include Glycerin, Butylene Glycol, Stearic Acid.

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Shiseido

Shiseido

Clarifying Cleansing Foam

Cleanser

$39.00136ml · $0.29/ml

★★★★★4.7(1,460)

Ideal for

  • GoodDryness
  • LowUneven texture

Not recommended for

Acne & breakoutsAtopic Dermatitis / EczemaRosaceaPerioral DermatitisPsoriasis

Caution

May aggravate: Seborrheic Dermatitis (Myristic Acid and Lauric Acid); Melasma (Fragrance)

Clarifying Cleansing Foam is a water cleanser by Shiseido. Key ingredients include Water, Stearic Acid, Myristic Acid.

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COSRX

COSRX

The Retinol 0.1 Cream with Super Vitamin E & Panthenol

Moisturizer

$23.5019.8ml · $1.19/ml

★★★★★4.6(1,324)

Ideal for

  • ExcellentFine lines & wrinkles
  • StrongRedness & sensitivity
  • StrongLoss of firmness
  • StrongDryness

Not recommended for

Atopic Dermatitis / EczemaPsoriasis

Caution

May aggravate: Seborrheic Dermatitis (Cetearyl Alcohol, Shea Butter, Glyceryl Stearate, Palmitic Acid, Myristic Acid and Lauric Acid)

CHANEL

CHANEL

LA MOUSSE Camellia Cleansing Cream-to-Foam

Cleanser

$70.00149.9ml · $0.47/ml

★★★★★4.6(956)

Ideal for

  • RelevantDryness
  • LowFine lines & wrinkles
  • LowUneven texture
  • LowRedness & sensitivity

Not recommended for

Acne & breakoutsAtopic Dermatitis / EczemaRosacea

Caution

May aggravate: Seborrheic Dermatitis (Palmitic Acid, Lauric Acid and Myristic Acid); Perioral Dermatitis (Fragrance); Psoriasis (Fragrance); Melasma (Fragrance)

LA MOUSSE Camellia Cleansing Cream-to-Foam is a water cleanser by CHANEL. Key ingredients include Water, Glycerin, Stearic Acid.

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Elizabeth Arden

Elizabeth Arden

Elizabeth Arden Eight Hour HydraPlay 2-in-1 Daily Cleanser 125ml

Cleanser

$29.21125ml · $0.23/ml

★★★★★4.6(950)

Ideal for

  • RelevantDryness
  • LowUneven texture
  • LowRedness & sensitivity

Not recommended for

Acne & breakoutsAtopic Dermatitis / EczemaRosacea

Caution

May aggravate: Seborrheic Dermatitis (Myristic Acid, Palmitic Acid, Lauric Acid and Polysorbate 60); Perioral Dermatitis (Fragrance); Psoriasis (Fragrance); Melasma (Fragrance)

Elizabeth Arden Eight Hour HydraPlay 2-in-1 Daily Cleanser 125ml is a water cleanser by Elizabeth Arden. Key ingredients include Glycerin, Myristic Acid, Palmitic Acid.

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MAC

MAC

Hyper Real Fresh Canvas Cream-To-Foam Face Cleanser

Cleanser

$36.00124.2ml · $0.29/ml

★★★★★4.5(1,216)

Ideal for

  • GoodDryness
  • RelevantFine lines & wrinkles
  • LowUneven texture
  • LowRedness & sensitivity

Not recommended for

Acne & breakoutsAtopic Dermatitis / EczemaRosacea

Caution

May aggravate: Seborrheic Dermatitis (Myristic Acid, Palmitic Acid and Lauric Acid); Perioral Dermatitis (Fragrance); Psoriasis (Fragrance); Melasma (Fragrance)

Hyper Real Fresh Canvas Cream-To-Foam Face Cleanser is a water cleanser by MAC. Key ingredients include Glycerin, Myristic Acid, Palmitic Acid.

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MAC

MAC

Mini Hyper Real Fresh Canvas Cream-To-Foam Face Cleanser

Cleanser

$18.0029.6ml · $0.61/ml

★★★★★4.5(1,216)

Ideal for

  • GoodDryness
  • RelevantFine lines & wrinkles
  • LowUneven texture
  • LowRedness & sensitivity

Not recommended for

Acne & breakoutsAtopic Dermatitis / EczemaRosacea

Caution

May aggravate: Seborrheic Dermatitis (Myristic Acid, Palmitic Acid and Lauric Acid); Perioral Dermatitis (Fragrance); Psoriasis (Fragrance); Melasma (Fragrance)

Mini Hyper Real Fresh Canvas Cream-To-Foam Face Cleanser is a water cleanser by MAC. Key ingredients include Glycerin, Myristic Acid, Palmitic Acid.

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Clarins

Clarins

Hydrating Gentle Foaming Face Cleanser

Cleanser

$32.00124.2ml · $0.26/ml

★★★★★4.5(7,570)

Ideal for

  • RelevantDryness
  • LowUneven texture

Not recommended for

Acne & breakouts

Caution

May aggravate: Seborrheic Dermatitis (Myristic Acid, Palmitic Acid and Lauric Acid); Atopic Dermatitis / Eczema (Propylene Glycol); Rosacea (Propylene Glycol)

Hydrating Gentle Foaming Face Cleanser is a water cleanser by Clarins. Key ingredients include Glycerin, Myristic Acid, Palmitic Acid.

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