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Ingredient Facts
Peg-2 diisostearate
AKA: Polyethylene Glycol 2 Diisostearate
Surfactant · Emulsifying · EWG: 4
Plant-Derived
Cleanser
Emulsifier
Not Clean
Poly(oxy-1,2-ethanediyl), .alpha.-(1-oxoisooctadecyl)-.omega.-[(1-oxoisooctadecyl)oxy]- (2 mol EO average molar ratio)
Form
Liquid
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Functions
Emulsifying
Forces oil and water to stay mixed instead of separating into layers. The unsung hero holding your lotion together.
Emulsifier
Reduces Inflammation
Wound Healing
Fights Bacteria
Mixes Oil & Water
Traditional Use
A modern synthetic ester developed in the mid-20th century. Designed as a stable, easily absorbed emollient to replace heavier traditional animal fat-based conditioning agents.