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
A synthetic derivative of linoleic acid (an essential fatty acid) developed for skincare. Created to provide skin barrier support and anti-inflammatory benefits similar to natural plant oils.