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Hydrogenated Vegetable Oil

Softens and smooths.

What it is

A plant oil that has had hydrogen added to it, which makes it more solid and stable.

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