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Hydrator / Humectant

Isopentyldiol

Often labeled as: Advanced Humectant Solvent

The flash-absorbing moisture booster.

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

๐Ÿ”ฌ How It Actually Works

A fully water-soluble synthetic glycol. It acts as a brilliant solvent for difficult active ingredients while simultaneously providing immediate, completely non-tacky hydration.

๐Ÿ’– Why your skin loves it

Boosts the efficacy of serums, hydrates deeply, and leaves a silky, fresh finish.

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A massive upgrade over standard Propylene Glycol.

โš–๏ธ Myth vs. Fact

The Myth

It strips the skin barrier.

The Science

It is an emollient humectant that actually repairs and conditions the barrier.

๐Ÿงด Formulations featuring Isopentyldiol