Octyldodecanol

Softens and smooths.

What it is

A fatty alcohol, an oily liquid that can be made from plant oils or produced synthetically.

Used as an emollient that helps soften and smooth the skin, and as a solvent for other ingredients.

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Softens and smoothsOfficial EU function: Skin conditioning - emollient

Dissolves other ingredientsOfficial EU function: Solvent

Adds scentOfficial EU function: Perfuming