INCI · emollient · CIR review pending · used in 1 products
Phytosteryl/Isostearyl/Cetyl/Stearyl/Behenyl Dimer Dilinoleate
Phytosteryl/Isostearyl/Cetyl/Stearyl/Behenyl Dimer Dilinoleate is a diester of dimerized linoleic acid (dimer dilinoleate) with a blend of plant sterols (phytosterols), isooctadecanol, hexadecanol, octadecanol, and docosanol. It is a complex ester ingredient used primarily in lip care and balm formulations. According to CosIng, its official functions are hair conditioning, skin conditioning, and viscosity controlling.
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emollient● Benefits
It conditions the skin and hair while helping to adjust the texture and consistency of formulations. Its presence across numerous lip balm and lip mask products suggests it contributes to a smooth, emollient feel on the skin surface.
hydratingbarrier-supportskin-conditioning
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