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C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate

Softens and smooths.

What it is

An oily liquid made by combining benzoic acid with fatty alcohols.

Used as an emollient that softens and smooths the skin.

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What it does in a formula

Softens and smoothsOfficial EU function: Skin conditioning - emollient
Limits microbesOfficial EU function: Antimicrobial
Keeps skin in good conditionOfficial EU function: Skin conditioning