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Polyglyceryl-6 Stearate
Polyglyceryl-6 StearateBarrier
Binds oil and water into a smooth cream that stays mixed. Often used alongside similar glycerin-based mixers.
What it does
It binds oil and water into a cream or lotion that stays mixed, often alongside similar glycerin-based ingredients. It’s made from glycerin and stearic acid, a fatty acid. It’s there to hold the formula together, not to change your skin.
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