🎯 At a Glance
🔬 How It Actually Works
A polyethylene glycol derivative of hydrogenated castor oil. It is a highly effective solubilizer, used to force large amounts of essential oils or fragrances to dissolve completely into clear water.
💖 Why your skin loves it
Keeps toners and essences crystal clear and provides a very mild cleansing action.
💡 Pro Tip
You will see this in almost every highly fragranced liquid product.
⚖️ Myth vs. Fact
The Myth
It causes massive breakouts.
The Science
It is fully water-soluble and acts as a surfactant, rinsing away easily without clogging pores.
