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9 ingredients in this category
C13-16 Isoalkane
C13-16 isoparaffin
A synthetic solvent but may also be plant-derived Used in blends meant to replace siloxane silicones
reduce the viscosity of a cosmetic formula
improving spreadability
skin-silkening after-feel
Dimethyl Capramide
Dimethyl capramide functions as a stabilizer and solvent in cosmetics
Glycerol Triacetate
Triacetin
Used as an emollient and thickening agent in cosmetics.
Emollient
Thickening Agent
Isobutyl Acetate
Isobutyl acetate is a solvent used to dissolve or break down
Isododecane
Synthetic hydrocarbon ingredient used as a solvent
Isopentyldiol
Synthetic ingredient that is used as solvent to form cosmetic solutions
Hydration
Methylpropanediol
Propanediol
Enhances the absorption of other ingredients
Hydration
Triethyl Citrate
Solvent and texture-enhancing agent
Oil Control
Water
Natural Moisturizing Factor (NMF), Deionized/Demineralized Water, Purified Water, Aqua/Water/Eau
The most widely used cosmetic ingredient Typically appears as the first ingredient in skin care products
Hydration