A lightweight moisturizer that softens and conditions skin, leaving it smooth and supple without a greasy feel.
Effective at 0.7%
CAS #
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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.
Viscosity Controlling
Locks In Moisture
Traditional Use
Developed as a cosmetic emulsifier from sorbitol and lauric acid derivatives in the 20th century. Used to improve spreadability and texture in skincare products.