This term refers to any substance that is supple, waxlike, lubricating, or thickening. In cosmetics, emollients are used to soften and soothe the skin, including plant oils, shea butter, petrolatum, mineral oil, and fatty acids like lanolin. Other emollients include triglycerides, benzoates, palmitates, and stearates.
Emollient
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Emollients
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Emulsifier