A natural plant-based moisturizer derived from oils that softens skin and helps keep formulas stable and smooth.
Form
Oil
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Functions
Binding
Emulsion Stabilising
Forces oil and water to stay mixed instead of separating into layers. The unsung hero holding your lotion together.
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
A modern synthetic compound created to emulsify and condition cosmetic formulations. Developed in the late 20th century as a vegetable-derived alternative to petroleum-based emulsifiers, designed to improve stability and skin feel.