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Triethylhexanoin
TriethylhexanoinBarrier
A light, non-greasy oil that spreads smoothly and softens skin. It also dissolves pigments and other oily ingredients.
What it does
It softens skin and spreads smoothly without feeling greasy. It also dissolves pigments and other oily ingredients, so it often carries them in a formula. It’s a lab-made oil from glycerin and a fatty acid, there for feel, not to change your skin.
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