Makes oil and water mix so dirt, makeup, and sunscreen can actually be washed away. The reason your face wash foams.
Skin Conditioning
A catch-all term for ingredients that improve how skin looks and feels — softer, smoother, more supple. The workhorse behind most moisturizers.
Moisturizing
Locks in moisture to keep skin soft and supple throughout the day
Antimicrobial
Provides scent
Traditional Use
Developed in the late 20th century as a plant-derived surfactant and emulsifier created to replace harsher synthetic cleansing agents. Derived from coconut oil and glucose, it was designed to provide gentle cleansing with minimal skin irritation.