Emollient
Isocetyl Stearate
The heavy-duty, fast-absorbing ester.
Emollient
Isodecyl Neopentanoate
The volatile silicone replacement.
Emollient
Isododecane
The volatile solvent that makes products matte.
Emollient
Isohexadecane
The thick, rich texture enhancer.
Hydrator / Humectant
Isoleucine
The barrier-repairing amino acid.
Hydrator / Humectant
Isomalt
The functional, moisture-binding sugar alcohol.
Emollient
Isononyl Isononanoate
The luxurious, skin-softening fluid.
Hydrator / Humectant
Isopentyldiol
The flash-absorbing moisture booster.
Functional / Support
Isopropyl Alcohol
🚨 AVOID: The severely stripping, toxic solvent.
Emollient
Isopropyl Isostearate
The highly spreading, rich ester.
Emollient
Isopropyl Lauroyl Sarcosinate
The highly spreading, ceramide-like ester.
Functional / Support
Isopropyl Myristate
The penetration enhancer that feels like silk... but clogs pores.