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Cetyl Palmitate

Softens and smooths.

What it is

A wax made by combining cetyl alcohol, a fatty alcohol, with palmitic acid, a fatty acid. Both can come from plant oils.

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
Adds scentOfficial EU function: Fragrance