A gentle emollient derived from plant oils that softens and conditions skin, helping it feel smooth and supple.
CAS #
155808-79-0
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.
Locks in moisture
Traditional Use
Developed as a modern synthetic emulsifier from polyglycerin and erucic acid. Used in cosmetics formulations to stabilize complex emulsions and improve texture.