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Lauryl Laurate
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A wax-like fatty ester used as an emollient and texture agent that gives a smooth, powdery feel.
What it does
Lauryl Laurate is an ester of lauryl alcohol and lauric acid. It is a wax-like emollient that softens the skin surface, adds a smooth, slightly powdery slip, and helps structure balms and color products. It is an emollient-and-texture ingredient rather than a skin active.
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