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Emollient

Triheptanoin

Often labeled as: Silicone Alternative

The ultra-light, castor-derived ester.

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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 highly purified triglyceride derived from castor oil. It acts as a lightweight, fast-absorbing emollient that perfectly mimics the feel of cyclomethicone (a volatile silicone).

๐Ÿ’– Why your skin loves it

Improves product spreadability, softens the skin, and leaves a dry finish.

๐Ÿ’ก Pro Tip

A massive staple in high-end, silicone-free "clean beauty" formulations.

โš–๏ธ Myth vs. Fact

The Myth

It is as sticky as raw castor oil.

The Science

It is chemically fractionated to be thinner than water and completely non-sticky.