Dilinoleic Acid/Butanediol Copolymer

Dilinoleic Acid/Butanediol Copolymer

AKA “Dilinoleic Acid/Butanediol Copolymer”

Synthetic

Ingredient Facts

Dilinoleic acid/butanediol copolymer

Synthetic · Emollient · EWG: 1

Plant-Derived Synthetic

Emollient

Occlusive

Skin Conditioner

Plant Oil

Synthetic

Clean

A natural film-forming ingredient derived from sunflower seed oil that helps create a smooth, flexible finish while keeping formulas stable and comfortable on skin.

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Functions

Film Forming

Creates a physical seal on skin to lock moisture in and keep irritants out. The "slugging" ingredient — barrier protection.

Plasticiser

Emollient

Fills in the tiny cracks between skin cells to make everything feel smooth and soft. The "silky finish" ingredient.

Occlusive

Creates a physical seal on skin to lock moisture in and keep irritants out. The "slugging" ingredient — barrier protection.

Moisturizing

Locks in moisture to keep skin soft and supple throughout the day

Strengthens Barrier

Creates protective layer

Adds flexibility

Traditional Use

A modern synthetic polymer developed as a film-forming and conditioning agent in contemporary skincare products. Created to provide texture, spreadability, and skin-conditioning benefits in cosmetic formulations.