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C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate
C12-15 Alkyl BenzoateBarrier
The dry, silky oil-alternative in lotions, sunscreens, and serums — softens skin and helps a product spread without grease.
What it does
It softens skin and helps a product spread smoothly. It feels dry and silky rather than oily, so it’s in lotions, sunscreens and serums where a heavy oil would feel greasy. It also helps spread pigments and UV filters evenly.
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