🎯 At a Glance
🔬 How It Actually Works
An emulsifier derived from the amino acid glutamic acid and stearic acid. It is incredibly gentle and highly compatible with the skin's natural biology.
💖 Why your skin loves it
Mixes oil and water safely, stabilizes formulas, and leaves skin soft.
💡 Pro Tip
Often used in luxury, sensitive-skin focused lotions.
⚖️ Myth vs. Fact
The Myth
It cleanses the skin.
The Science
While technically a surfactant, it is used almost exclusively as a leave-on emulsifier, not a face wash.
