Glycerides, palm-oil mono-, di-, and tri- hydrogenated, citrates
CAS #
91744-68-2
Form
Liquid
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Functions
Skin Conditioning
A catch-all term for ingredients that improve how skin looks and feels — softer, smoother, more supple. The workhorse behind most moisturizers.
Emollient
Fills in the tiny cracks between skin cells to make everything feel smooth and soft. The "silky finish" ingredient.
Locks In Moisture
Traditional Use
A synthetic ester developed in the 20th century as an emulsifier and skin conditioning agent, combining hydrogenated palm oil with citric acid derivatives for cosmetic formulation.