HEXYL CROTONATE

Ingredient type: FAT-SOLUBLE/EMOLLIENT

✨ Role: Hexyl crotonate is used in cosmetic products primarily for its emollient properties. It helps soften and smooth the skin by forming a protective barrier, trapping moisture on the skin's surface.

Ingredient type: Fat-soluble

‍⚕️ Safety: Generally safe. Safety evaluations indicate that this ingredient is unlikely to cause adverse reactions when used in accordance with product directions.

✨ Vegan: Yes, hexyl crotonate is of synthetic origin and can be considered vegan.

✨ To know: Well tolerated by most skin types, but as with any new ingredient, a sensitivity test is advisable, especially for sensitive skin.

Found in: Often found in facial moisturizers, body lotions and sometimes in hair care formulations for its softening properties.