Snapshot
- Overview
- A fast-absorbing oil that leaves skin soft with a non-greasy finish.
- Category
- Skin Conditioning, Barrier Support
- Type
- Emollient
Triethylhexanoin
Triethylhexanoin is a lightweight triester of glycerin and 2-ethylhexanoic acid used in skincare and makeup. As a fast-spreading emollient and carrier, it adds slip and softness, helps disperse pigment, and leaves a non-greasy finish.
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Our take
Is Triethylhexanoin a Good Ingredient?
It rates Great as a stable, fast-spreading emollient with excellent oxidative stability and a low likelihood of irritation, delivering elegant slip and non-greasy feel across formulas.
What it does
Skin Benefits
Leaves skin soft and velvety with quick absorption and a non-oily finish, and improves the spread of pigments for smoother makeup application.
Where you'll find it
Uses in Skincare & Cosmetics
Used in lightweight moisturizers, sunscreens, primers, and liquid foundations to boost slip and elegant skin feel.
Before you use it
Safety
Considered very well tolerated with minimal irritation or sensitization reports. Suitable for daily leave-on use; discontinue if any unexpected redness occurs.
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