Disteardimonium Hectorite

Gives the texture.

What it is

Hectorite, a natural clay mineral, combined in a lab with a fatty compound so it can spread through oils.

Thickens the oily part of a formula and helps protect the product from light.

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Gives the textureOfficial EU function: Viscosity controlling

Shields the formula from lightOfficial EU function: Light stabilizer