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42 ingredients · Emollient
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- Behenyl AlcoholEmollientA fatty alcohol that softens skin and thickens creams. Not a drying alcohol.
- Bis-PEG-18 Methyl Ether Dimethyl SilaneEmollientA silicone-based ingredient that makes creams feel light and non-greasy.
- Butyrospermum Parkii ButterShea butterEmollientA rich butter that softens and protects dry skin.
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- C12-15 Alkyl BenzoateEmollientA light, silky emollient that helps sunscreens spread evenly without feeling greasy.
- C13-14 IsoparaffinEmollientA lightweight emollient that gives a smooth, non-sticky feel.
- Caprylic/Capric TriglycerideEmollientA light oil made from coconut and glycerin that softens skin without feeling heavy.
- Caprylyl MethiconeEmollientA very light silicone that gives a silky, weightless finish.
- Cetearyl AlcoholEmollientA fatty alcohol that softens skin and thickens creams. Not a drying alcohol.
- Cetyl AlcoholEmollientA fatty alcohol that softens skin and thickens formulas. Not a drying alcohol.
- Coco-Caprylate/CaprateEmollientA light, plant-derived emollient that feels similar to silicone.
- Cocos Nucifera OilCoconut oilEmollientMay clog poresA rich oil that softens dry skin but is likely to clog pores on the face.
- CyclohexasiloxaneEmollientA volatile silicone that helps creams spread and then evaporates, leaving a silky feel.
- CyclopentasiloxaneEmollientA volatile silicone that helps products glide on and then evaporates.
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- Dibutyl AdipateEmollientA light emollient that helps dissolve UV filters and reduces greasiness.
- Dicaprylyl EtherEmollientA fast-spreading, light emollient.
- Diisopropyl SebacateEmollientA light emollient that gives sunscreens a fluid, non-greasy feel.
- DimethiconeEmollientA common silicone that smooths skin, forms a breathable protective layer and gives a silky feel.
- Dimethicone CrosspolymerEmollientA silicone gel that gives a velvety, primer-like finish.
- Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone CrosspolymerEmollientA silicone powder-gel that gives a smooth, soft-focus finish.
- DimethiconolEmollientA silicone that smooths and conditions skin.
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- Isocetyl StearateEmollientAn emollient that softens skin and gives a smooth feel.
- IsododecaneEmollientA lightweight, fast-evaporating ingredient that gives a weightless, primer-like finish.
- IsohexadecaneEmollientA light emollient that spreads easily and does not feel greasy.
- Isopropyl MyristateEmollientMay clog poresA light emollient that is very likely to clog pores in acne-prone skin.
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- Persea Gratissima OilAvocado oilEmollientA rich plant oil that nourishes dry skin.
- Propylene Glycol DicaprateEmollientA light emollient that softens skin.
- Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis OilSweet almond oilEmollientA nourishing nut oil that softens skin. Not suitable for people with nut allergies.
- Prunus Armeniaca Kernel OilApricot kernel oilEmollientA light, nourishing plant oil.
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- Sclerocarya Birrea Seed OilMarula oilEmollientA light, antioxidant-rich oil that absorbs quickly.
- Sesamum Indicum Seed OilSesame oilEmollientMay clog poresA traditional Ayurvedic massage oil. Nourishing, but may clog pores on acne-prone faces.
- Simmondsia Chinensis Seed OilJojoba oilEmollientA plant oil that closely mimics skin's own sebum and suits most skin types.
- SqualaneEmollientA light, stable oil similar to one found naturally in skin. Moisturises without feeling greasy.
- Stearic AcidEmollientA fatty acid that thickens creams and helps form soap in cleansers.
- Stearyl AlcoholEmollientA fatty alcohol that softens and thickens. Not a drying alcohol.