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A group of organic compounds with a vast range of forms and uses in cosmetics.
This amino-acid derived emollient also helps dissolve ingredients that are not readily soluble.
A diester that helps improve the texture of skin care formulas as well as providing emollient benefits.
Synthetic emollient, film-former, and viscosity increasing agent often used in lip products.
Mixture of lauryl alcohol and lactic acid that functions as a skin-conditioning agent.
This solvent helps dissolve or disperse ingredients to improve the texture of a skin care formula.
Fatty alcohol (the non-irritating kind) that functions as an emollient and skin-soothing agent.
Emollient derived from lanolin.
An ester of lanolin alcohol uses as an emollient and occlusive agent.
Used as an emollient and thickening agent in cosmetics.
Emollient that offers moisturizing properties for skin; can also be used to enhance texture/sensorial aesthetics.
Hydrocarbon contained in natural gas and mineral oils.
Derived from peanut oil and used as an emollient and thickening agent in cosmetics.
Non-irritating waxy substance used as a thickening agent and emollient in cosmetics. May also be used as part of an emulsifying blend to help create a cohesive texture.
Waxy substance used as a thickening agent and emollient in cosmetics.
Emollient plant oil similar to all nonfragrant plant oils.
Proven and supported by independent studies. Outstanding active ingredient for most skin types or concerns.
Necessary to improve a formula's texture, stability, or penetration.
Generally non-irritating but may have aesthetic, stability, or other issues that limit its usefulness.
There is a likelihood of irritation. Risk increases when combined with other problematic ingredients.
May cause irritation, inflammation, dryness, etc. May offer benefit in some capability but overall, proven to do more harm than good.
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We have not yet rated this ingredient because we have not had a chance to review the research on it.