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Ingredient Facts
Glyceryl tallowate
AKA: Tallow Derivative, Glyceryl Tallow Ester
Surfactant · Emollient · EWG: 2
Synthetic
Emollient
Cleanser
Emulsifier
Skin Conditioner
Clean
Glycerides, tallow mono-
CAS #
61789-13-7
Form
Wax
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Functions
Skin Conditioning
A catch-all term for ingredients that improve how skin looks and feels — softer, smoother, more supple. The workhorse behind most moisturizers.
Emollient
Fills in the tiny cracks between skin cells to make everything feel smooth and soft. The "silky finish" ingredient.
Cleansing
Makes oil and water mix so dirt, makeup, and sunscreen can actually be washed away. The reason your face wash foams.
Emulsifying
Forces oil and water to stay mixed instead of separating into layers. The unsung hero holding your lotion together.
Locks In Moisture
Traditional Use
A synthetic ester developed in the 20th century from glycerin and tallow (animal fat). Used in cosmetics as an emollient and thickening agent with no traditional use history.