🎯 At a Glance
🔬 How It Actually Works
A clear, odorless liquid derived from highly refined petroleum. It is inert, meaning it almost never causes allergic reactions.
💖 Why your skin loves it
Prevents transepidermal water loss (TEWL) better than almost any plant oil.
💡 Pro Tip
Apply as the absolute last step over your moisturizer to lock everything in.
⚖️ Myth vs. Fact
The Myth
It is toxic and clogs pores.
The Science
Cosmetic-grade mineral oil is extensively purified, non-toxic, and its molecules are too large to enter and clog a pore.