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.
Locks In Moisture
Traditional Use
A synthetic ester derived from oleic acid (a component of traditional oils) developed for modern cosmetics. Used as a lightweight emollient and solubilizer in skincare and color cosmetics.