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Butylene Glycol Dicaprylate/Dicaprate
Butylene Glycol Dicaprylate/Dicaprate · Butylene Glycol DicaprylateBarrier
A light ester emollient that spreads fast and leaves a dry, non-greasy finish.
What it does
Butylene glycol dicaprylate/dicaprate is a low-viscosity ester emollient made from butylene glycol and coconut-derived fatty acids. It glides on easily, conditions the skin surface, and dries down to a light, silky finish, so it is used to reduce greasiness in lotions and serums. It is a texture-and-feel ingredient rather than a skin active.
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