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Cetearyl Isononanoate

Softens and smooths.

What it is

An oily liquid made from cetearyl alcohol, a waxy fatty alcohol, and isononanoic acid.

An emollient that helps soften and smooth the skin's surface.

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What it does in a formula

Softens and smoothsOfficial EU function: Skin conditioning - emollient
Keeps skin in good conditionOfficial EU function: Skin conditioning
Conditions and detangles hairOfficial EU function: Hair conditioning