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GLYCERIN/OXYBUTYLENE COPOLYMER STEARYL ETHER.

Valuable / SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT

This copolymer functions as a dual-action skin conditioner, providing both emollient and humectant benefits. It forms a protective layer to reduce transepidermal water loss and smooth skin texture, while its glycerin component actively draws moisture into the skin, reinforcing the skin barrier.

Summary

Emollient Skin conditioning agent Humectant

Science

Mechanism of Action

As an emollient, GLYCERIN/OXYBUTYLENE COPOLYMER STEARYL ETHER creates a superficial protective film on the skin, which significantly minimizes transepidermal water loss (TEWL) and contributes to enhanced skin smoothness. The glycerin constituent of the copolymer concurrently functions as a humectant, actively attracting and retaining moisture from the environment into the stratum corneum. This combined action not only boosts skin hydration but also fortifies the epidermal barrier function and improves its mechanical properties, offering a degree of protection against external irritating stimuli.

Research

Clinical Evidence

Low confidence
Effective range N/A
Optimal

N/A

Transparency

Dusting Analysis

Not commonly dusted

The Formula

Formulation

Solubility
Unknown
Optimal pH N/A
0 7 14

Safety

Safety Profile

CIR Status
Not reviewed
Sensitization risk Low

While the specific copolymer has not undergone individual CIR or SCCS assessment, its key components, glycerin and alkyl glyceryl ethers (including stearyl glyceryl ether), have been deemed safe by the CIR Expert Panel. Glycerin is also FDA GRAS for specific uses. The Environmental Working Group (EWG) indicates low concerns regarding cancer, allergies, immunotoxicity, and developmental/reproductive toxicity for this ingredient.

Your Skin

Skin Compatibility

No Normal
Yes Dry
No Oily
No Sensitive
Irritancy Low
Comedogenicity Unknown

Our Assessment

Verdict

Valuable

This copolymer offers valuable emollient and humectant properties, effectively improving skin hydration and texture with a low irritancy profile, making it particularly beneficial for dry skin.

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