isopropyl hydroxystearate

Ingredient type:  FAT-SOLUBLE/EMOLLIENT/EMULSIFIER/TEXTURE

✨ Role: Isopropyl hydroxystearate is an emollient agent often used in cosmetic products to soften and smooth the skin. It helps maintain hydration by forming a protective barrier on the skin, thereby reducing trans-epidermal water loss.

Ingredient type: Fat-soluble

‍⚕️ Safety: This ingredient is generally considered safe for cosmetic use by major regulatory agencies.

✨ Vegan: This ingredient may be vegan in origin, but this depends on its manufacturing method. It is recommended to check with the manufacturer.

✨ Note: Isopropyl hydroxystearate is well tolerated by most skin types. However, like any ingredient, it could potentially cause irritation in people with very sensitive skin or who are prone to allergies.

Found in: It is frequently found in moisturizers, lotions, face and body creams, as well as in certain hair products for its smoothing and softening properties.

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