๐ฏ At a Glance
๐ฌ How It Actually Works
A synthetic ester that acts as a skin-conditioning agent. It gives creams a rich, incredibly silky feel without the heavy, suffocating feeling of mineral oil.
๐ Why your skin loves it
Provides a plush, elegant texture and leaves the skin feeling baby-soft.
๐ก Pro Tip
Extremely common in premium French pharmacy creams.
โ๏ธ Myth vs. Fact
It causes acne.
It is highly non-comedogenic and much safer for acne-prone skin than traditional plant oils.