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Emollient

Dicaprylyl Maleate

Often labeled as: BHA Solvent

The ester that makes Salicylic Acid work.

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Overall Safety Safe
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Pregnancy Safety Safe
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Comedogenic (0-5) 1 / 5
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Irritancy (0-5) 0 / 5

๐Ÿ”ฌ How It Actually Works

A synthetic ester that acts as a superb skin-conditioning agent. It is specifically famous for its ability to dissolve difficult active ingredients like Salicylic Acid (BHA) effectively.

๐Ÿ’– Why your skin loves it

Softens the skin, ensures active ingredients penetrate deeply, and leaves a dry finish.

๐Ÿ’ก Pro Tip

Crucial for formulating elegant, alcohol-free BHA serums.

โš–๏ธ Myth vs. Fact

The Myth

It dries the skin out.

The Science

It is a lipid ester that moisturizes the skin while remaining completely matte.