🔬 How It Actually Works
A strongly alkaline organic compound used to raise the pH of highly acidic mixtures or to neutralize thickeners like Carbomer.
💖 Why Your Skin Loves It
Stabilizes the formula and ensures the texture is smooth.
💡 Pro Tip
Safe in low concentrations, but heavily scrutinized if used in high amounts in leave-on products.
🧪 The Mixology Guide
Skincare is chemistry. Here is how Triethanolamine interacts with other active ingredients on your shelf.
✅ Best Friends (Synergy)
No documented synergies yet.
⚠️ Arch Enemies (Conflict)
L-Ascorbic Acid
Glycolic Acid