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GLYCERYL OLEATE
Glyceryl oleate is produced by the esterification of oleic acid with glycerine and acts as an emulsifier and stabilizer as well as a moisturizing ingredient in cleansing products, which can even strengthen the natural lipid layer and smooth the skin. (1)
(1) Th. Förster; U. Issberner; H. Hensen (2000). Lipid/surfactant compounds as a new tool to optimize skin-care properties of personal-cleansing products. , 3(3), 345-352. doi:10.1007/s11743-000-0138-8