Dodecanol, ethoxylated, propoxylated (6 mol EO, 3 mol PO average molar ratio)
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Functions
Emulsion Stabilising
Forces oil and water to stay mixed instead of separating into layers. The unsung hero holding your lotion together.
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
Developed in the mid-20th century as a synthetic emulsifier and humectant. Created to improve water-binding and emulsification in cosmetic creams and lotions.