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Glyceryl Oleate
Glyceryl OleateBarrier
An oleic-acid glycerin ester used as an emollient and co-emulsifier that softens and conditions skin.
What it does
Glyceryl oleate is an ester of glycerin and oleic acid. It works as an emollient that softens and conditions the surface and as a co-emulsifier that helps oil and water stay mixed. In cleansers it can also help leave skin feeling less stripped. It is a feel-and-stability ingredient rather than an active.
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