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Emollient

Propanediol Dicaprylate

Often labeled as: Lightweight Ester

The eco-certified, ultra-light skin smoother.

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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 plant-derived ester. It possesses incredibly high spreadability and absorbs into the skin almost instantly, leaving a soft, powdery, non-greasy finish.

๐Ÿ’– Why your skin loves it

Softens the skin flawlessly and improves the texture of heavy sunscreens.

๐Ÿ’ก Pro Tip

A perfect, biodegradable alternative to cyclomethicone.

โš–๏ธ Myth vs. Fact

The Myth

Esters cause fungal acne.

The Science

This specific, highly purified ester is generally considered very safe for reactive skin.