๐ฏ At a Glance
๐ฌ How It Actually Works
A polyethylene glycol ether of glycerin. It acts as a humectant, a thickener, and a lubricant, providing a smooth, luxurious slip to serums.
๐ Why your skin loves it
Binds water to the skin and creates an elegant, friction-free texture.
๐ก Pro Tip
A massive staple in K-Beauty ampoules and essences.
โ๏ธ Myth vs. Fact
It is a toxic PEG.
It is a large, highly purified, non-penetrating molecule that is perfectly safe.