๐ฌ How It Actually Works
A mixture of long-chain fatty alcohols derived from plant sources. It acts as a phenomenal, non-drying thickener and forms the base of highly stable, skin-identical liquid crystal emulsions.
๐ Why Your Skin Loves It
Provides deep moisturization, thickens products elegantly, and repairs the barrier.
๐ก Pro Tip
Almost always paired with C12-20 Alkyl Glucoside.
๐งช The Mixology Guide
Skincare is chemistry. Here is how C14-22 Alcohols interacts with other active ingredients on your shelf.
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Best Friends (Synergy)
C12-20 Alkyl Glucoside
โ ๏ธ Arch Enemies (Conflict)
Plays well with most ingredients.