palmitate

noun

pal·​mi·​tate ˈpal-mə-ˌtāt How to pronounce palmitate (audio)
ˈpä-,
ˈpäl-,
ˈpȯ- How to pronounce palmitate (audio) ˈpȯl- How to pronounce palmitate (audio)
: a salt or ester of palmitic acid

Example Sentences

Recent Examples on the Web In addition to being cruelty-free, the brand is also free of parabens, formaldehyde, formaldehyde-releasing agents, phthalates, mineral oil, retinyl palmitate, oxybenzone, coal tar, hydroquinone, sulfates SLS & SLES, triclocarban and triclosan. Natalie Alcala, The Hollywood Reporter, 21 Apr. 2023 It is made with natural ingredients like l-arginine, ascorbyl palmitate, and hyaluronic acid for maximum safety. Amber Smith, Discover Magazine, 8 Mar. 2023 The ingredients: pasteurized milk, cream, milk protein concentrate, whey protein concentrate, and live active yogurt cultures (acidophilus, Bifidus, L. bulgaricus, and S. thermophilus, vitamin A palmitate, and vitamin D3). Sam Stone, Bon Appétit, 5 Jan. 2023 In the past, pure retinol was combined with a fatty acid called palmitic acid to formulate pro-retinol, giving it the scientific name retinyl palmitate. Devon Abelman, Allure, 4 Sep. 2021 Most of the debate focuses on two common sunscreen ingredients: Retinyl palmitate and oxybenzone. Guest Blogger, Discover Magazine, 17 July 2012 Isopropyl palmitate targets the root of the fungus within your skin and nails, helping to permanently remove the fungus from your body. James Robinson, Discover Magazine, 8 Dec. 2022 Retinyl palmitate is the lightest and most gentle form. Dori Price, Good Housekeeping, 29 Aug. 2022 Plus, there are different types of retinoids that can work better for sensitive skin, including retinol, retinaldehyde, retinyl palmitate or retinyl propionate. Dori Price, Good Housekeeping, 29 Aug. 2022 See More

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Word History

First Known Use

1852, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of palmitate was in 1852

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“Palmitate.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/palmitate. Accessed 31 May. 2023.

Medical Definition

palmitate

noun
pal·​mi·​tate ˈpal-mə-ˌtāt How to pronounce palmitate (audio) ˈpä(l)m-ə- How to pronounce palmitate (audio)
: a salt or ester of palmitic acid
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