โ† Back to Dictionary
Emollient

Dipentaerythrityl Hexa C5-9 Acid Esters

Often labeled as: Heavy Synthetic Ester

The ultimate moisture-locking, glossy ester.

โš ๏ธ
Overall Safety Caution
๐Ÿ‘ถ
Pregnancy Safety Safe
๐Ÿ•ณ๏ธ
Comedogenic (0-5) 3 / 5
โšก
Irritancy (0-5) 0 / 5

๐Ÿ”ฌ How It Actually Works

A complex synthetic ester that acts as a profound occlusive and emollient. It provides a rich, luxurious, highly glossy film on the skin.

๐Ÿ’– Why your skin loves it

Prevents extreme water loss, provides high shine, and deeply conditions.

๐Ÿ’ก Pro Tip

Often used in overnight lip masks and extremely rich night creams.

โš–๏ธ Myth vs. Fact

The Myth

It is toxic plastic.

The Science

It is a safe, highly purified lipid (ester) complex.