Methyloxirane, polymer with oxirane, dimethyl ether (27 mol EO, 14 mol PO average)
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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.
Locks in moisture
Traditional Use
A modern polymer created for cosmetics in the late 20th century. Functions as an emulsifying and conditioning agent in contemporary skincare and makeup formulations.