Know Your Ingredients: Acetylated Castor Oil

by Gio March 7, 2015

written by Gio

What it is
Acetylated Castor Oil is derived from castor oil.

What it does
Acetylated Castor Oil is an emollient that makes skin soft and smooth.
In addition, it is used as a thickening agent to adjust the consistency of a formula.

Side effects
Acetylated Castor Oil is generally considered to be safe.

(Source: paulaschoice.com)

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Hi, I'm Gio. I'm a no-nonsense, tell-it-like-it-is skin coach and writer on a mission to help you achieve your best skin day ever - every day. I bust skincare myths and debunk marketing jargon to help you figure out what's worth the splurge and what's best left on the shelf - using science, not hype. I also offer skincare consultations to help you create the best skincare routine for your unique needs.