Pentaerythrityl Tetra C5-9 Acid Esters
Ingredient type: FAT-SOLUBLE/EMOLLIENT
✨ Role: Pentaerythrityl tetra C5-9 acid esters are used primarily as emollients in cosmetic products. It helps to soften and soften the skin, forming a smooth barrier that retains moisture. It also ensures good pigment dispersion in make-up products.
Ingredient type: Fat-soluble
Safety: Yes, this ingredient is generally considered safe for cosmetic use.
✨ Vegan: Yes, this ingredient is often synthetic and suitable for vegan formulations.
✨ Worth knowing: Well tolerated by most skin types, it is rarely associated with skin irritation. However, as with all ingredients, a skin test is recommended before use for those with particularly sensitive skin.
Present in: Often used in moisturizers, body lotions, foundations and lipsticks for its emollient properties and its role in the even distribution of pigments.
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