🎯 At a Glance
🔬 How It Actually Works
A triester of glycerin and isostearic acid. It is a thick, highly substantive emollient that provides a luxurious, rich cushion to heavy creams and prevents them from washing off easily.
💖 Why your skin loves it
Deeply conditions severely dry skin, thickens products, and locks in moisture.
💡 Pro Tip
Can be moderately comedogenic for highly acne-prone individuals.
⚖️ Myth vs. Fact
The Myth
It acts as an exfoliating acid.
The Science
It is an esterified lipid; it moisturizes and has absolutely zero peeling properties.