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Diisopropyl Adipate

Softens and smooths.

What it is

An ester, an oily liquid, made in a lab from adipic acid and isopropyl alcohol.

An emollient that softens the skin and also helps dissolve other ingredients.

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What it does in a formula

Softens and smoothsOfficial EU function: Skin conditioning - emollient
Dissolves other ingredientsOfficial EU function: Solvent
Keeps skin in good conditionOfficial EU function: Skin conditioning
PlasticiserOfficial EU function: Plasticiser
Adds scentOfficial EU function: Fragrance