🎯 At a Glance
🔬 How It Actually Works
An ester of cetearyl alcohol and the fatty acids derived from olive oil. It creates a liquid crystal structure that mimics the skin's own lipid barrier.
💖 Why your skin loves it
Creates beautiful, deeply moisturizing creams that repair the barrier.
💡 Pro Tip
Almost always paired with Sorbitan Olivate (together known as Olivem 1000).
⚖️ Myth vs. Fact
The Myth
It makes the skin oily because of the olives.
The Science
It is an emulsifier that absorbs quickly and leaves a matte, silky finish.
