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Nakatsuji T, Kao MC, Fang JY, Zouboulis CC, Zhang L, Gallo RL, Huang CM.
Division of Dermatology, Department of Medicine, University of California, San Diego, California, USA.
Published: J Invest Dermatol. 2009 Oct;129(10):2480-8. Epub 2009 Apr 23.
Lauric acid is a medium-chain fatty acid commonly found in coconut oil and palm kernel oil. It is known for its strong antibacterial properties and has been studied as a natural alternative to synthetic acne treatments.
Yes. Research shows that lauric acid effectively inhibits the growth of Propionibacterium acnes (P. acnes), the bacteria responsible for inflammatory acne. It may help reduce swelling, redness, and bacterial overgrowth without the harsh effects of traditional medications.
Lauric acid showed over 15 times greater antibacterial potency than benzoyl peroxide in lab studies. Its lower MIC (Minimum Inhibitory Concentration) values indicate it can effectively target acne-causing bacteria in smaller doses.
Lauric acid has been shown to suppress:
P. acnes is the most sensitive, making lauric acid especially effective for acne treatment.
Yes. Lauric acid did not harm human sebocytes in testing and was found to reduce inflammation and bacterial presence in mice after both injection and topical application.
Lauric acid has strong potential as a natural acne treatment. It effectively targets acne-causing bacteria, reduces inflammation, and does not damage healthy skin cells making it a promising alternative to synthetic antibiotics.
Lauric acid is present in CoolStance copra meal and powderedd coconut oil Powerstance
