Creates a physical seal on skin to lock moisture in and keep irritants out. The "slugging" ingredient — barrier protection.
Perfuming
Added for scent. Can be natural or synthetic. Common irritant and allergen — one of the top reasons people react to products.
Plasticiser
Moisturizing
Antimicrobial
Fights Acne
Creates protective layer
Provides scent
Adds flexibility
Traditional Use
A synthetic citrate ester developed as a plasticizer and solvent for cosmetics in the latter half of the 20th century. Used as a safer alternative to other chemical plasticizers in personal care products.