🎯 At a Glance
🔬 How It Actually Works
Very similar to Sodium Stearoyl Lactylate, but with a lauric acid base. It acts as an emulsifier and penetration enhancer, famously used in ceramide complexes (like SK-Influx) to ensure the ceramides absorb properly.
💖 Why your skin loves it
Drives ceramides deep into the skin, provides mild antimicrobial action, and moisturizes.
💡 Pro Tip
A critical supporting ingredient for making ceramides actually work.
⚖️ Myth vs. Fact
The Myth
It strips the skin like a detergent.
The Science
While it has mild surfactant properties, it acts primarily as an emollient delivery vehicle.