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Isostearyl Palmitate
What is Isostearyl Palmitate?
A light plant-derived ester used as the binding oil phase of a pressed powder.
Why is Isostearyl Palmitate in the formula?
It binds the cake. Without a binder a silica-heavy powder crumbles in the pan, so this is what holds Blur + Set together across a handbag lifetime.
What does Isostearyl Palmitate feel like on skin?
- —Keeps the pan intact
- —Cushions the press
What are the details for Isostearyl Palmitate?
- INCI name
- Isostearyl Palmitate
- Typical usage level
- TBD
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Questions
What is isostearyl palmitate in makeup?
A light plant-derived ester used as the binding oil phase of a pressed powder.
Why is isostearyl palmitate in the formula?
It binds the cake. Without a binder a silica-heavy powder crumbles in the pan, so this is what holds Blur + Set together across a handbag lifetime.
What does isostearyl palmitate feel like on skin?
Keeps the pan intact. Cushions the press.
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