What skin types is Palmitic Acid good for?

Palmitic Acid is best suited for Dry, Normal, Sensitive, Combination skin types.

What can you mix with Palmitic Acid?

Palmitic Acid works well with Ceramides, Stearic Acid, Cholesterol, Glycerin. These combinations are generally safe and can enhance results.

Is Palmitic Acid safe to use every day?

Palmitic Acid can generally be used morning and evening. Recommended concentration: 1–10% in formulations.

Palmitic Acid

Palmitic Acid

Also known as: Hexadecanoic Acid · C16 Fatty Acid

EmollientBarrier repair

“A natural skin-identical fatty acid that supports the barrier and softens skin.”

Skin types

Dry, Normal

Pore-clogging

Low

Use when

AM & PM

Concentration

1–10%

What it does

Palmitic acid is a saturated C16 fatty acid and one of the most abundant fatty acids in human skin sebum and cell membranes. Topically it acts as an emollient and contributes to barrier repair. Unlike some saturated fatty acids, it has a moderate comedogenic rating and is broadly well-tolerated.

Benefits

Skin-identical — found naturally in sebum and barrier lipids
Softens and conditions skin
Supports barrier repair alongside ceramides

How to layer

☀️ Morning routine

Cleanser

Toner

Serum

Moisturiser

SPF

🌙 Evening routine

Cleanser

Toner

Serum

Moisturiser

Face Oil

As the last step in your routine

Good for

Dry skinNormal skinSensitive skinCombination skin

Works well with

Ceramides ›Stearic Acid ›Cholesterol ›Glycerin ›

Heads up

⚠Moderate comedogenic potential at higher concentrations

How to use

A base emollient ingredient. No special application needed.

Typical concentration: 1–10% in formulations