Hydrogenated Coco Glycerides

Other names: Hydrogenated coconut glycerides, hydrogenated coco glycerides

Harm score: 2 (Derivatives of natural substances)

Hydrogenated coco glycerides or hydrogenated coconut glycerides or hydrogenated coco glycerides are lipid compounds that are extracted from coconut oil through a process known as hydrogenation. This process involves the introduction of hydrogen into the oil by heat in the presence of a catalyst, which reacts with the carbon double bonds. This process produces saturated fatty acids, which are solid in consistency, as opposed to unsaturated fatty acids, which are liquid.

Hydrogenated coco glycerides are widely used in the cosmetic industry where they are a common ingredient in many cosmetic products. They are often used in skin creams for those skins that are prone to dryness. Due to their nutritional value, they help to keep the skin soft and healthy. They are also included in many types of lipsticks, where they help to keep the lips moisturized and protected. They are also widely used as an ingredient in various types of soaps, shampoos, and other cleansing and conditioning products. Outside of the cosmetic industry, they are also used in the food industry, specifically as additives in certain types of food, where they act as a texture stabilizer and emulsifier.