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
Synthetic silicone derivative combining stearic acid with trimethylsilane chemistry, developed for cosmetic applications in the late 20th century. Used to provide water-repellent and conditioning properties.
