Pentylene Glycol (and) Methyl Diisopropyl Propionamide. Fresh’in Green+ by Minasolve is a cooling & refreshing agent, skin humectant and emollient. It is a safe alternative to menthol and provides... view more

1,2-Hexanediol. Hexiol by Minasolve is a skin conditioning agent, moisturizer, preservative booster, solubilizer, emollient, skin humectant and antimicrobial protection agent. It brings a soft and... view more

Caprylyl glycol. Octiol by Minasolve acts as a preservative, emollient and hair & skin conditioning agent. Through its hydrophilic moieties, it helps to retain water in the upper layers of the skin... view more

Cetyl Ethyl Hexanoate. MIPEARL CO by Miwon Commercial acts as an emollient. It is an ester of cetyl alcohol and 2-ethylhexanoic acid. It is preservative free and provides conditioning to skin. MIPEARL CO is... view more

Glycerin. Acts as an emollient. Used in skin care products, decorative cosmetics/make-up, toiletries, hair care products, perfumes & fragrances and sun care products... view more

Argania Spinosa Kernel Oil. Organic Argan Oil Refined Deodorised by Mogador Argan Oil acts as a moisturizing agent, anti-aging agent, antioxidant, conditioning agent and emollient. It is 100% organic certified. It is produced from... view more

Argania Spinosa Kernel Oil. Organic Virgin Argan Oil Ultra Filtrated by Mogador Argan Oil acts as a moisturizing agent, anti-aging agent, antioxidant, conditioning agent and emollient. It is 100% organic certified. It is produced from... view more

Tocopherol by Molkem is an antioxidant, emollient, skin conditioning and firming agent. It is designed for cosmetic and personal care products such as lipstick, eye shadows, blushers, face... view more

Velvesil* E-Gel PMF emulsion by Momentive Performance Materials was named Best Sensory Ingredient by Cosmetics Design’s Global Beauty Industry Awards for 2018. This multi-functional ingredient... view more

Acts as a consistency agent. It is a special formulation mainly composed of vegetable origin ingredients and synthetic ingredients such as esters. It presents an intermediate chemical composition... view more

Acts as a consistency agent. It is a special formulation mainly composed of vegetable origin ingredients and synthetic ingredients such as esters. It presents an intermediate chemical composition... view more

Acts as a consistency agent. It is a special formulation mainly composed of vegetable origin ingredients and synthetic ingredients such as esters. It presents an intermediate chemical composition... view more

Acts as a consistency agent. It is a special formulation mainly composed of vegetable origin ingredients and synthetic ingredients such as esters. It presents an intermediate chemical composition... view more

Acts as a consistency agent. It is a special formulation mainly composed of vegetable origin ingredients and synthetic ingredients such as esters. It presents an intermediate chemical composition... view more

Prunus Armeniaca Kernel Oil. NIKKOL Apricot Kernel Oil by NIKKOL GROUP (Nikko Chemicals) is an emollient. It is a vegetable oil that contains oleic acid like triglyceride. It is available in a wide... view more

PEG-5 Phytosterol. NIKKOL BPS-5 by NIKKOL GROUP (Nikko Chemicals) is an emollient. It is obtained from the addition of ethylene oxide to phytosterol and hydrogenated cholesterol. It contains no... view more

Batyl Alcohol. NIKKOL Batyl Alcohol 100 by NIKKOL GROUP (Nikko Chemicals) is an emollient & emulsifier. Possesses thickening emulsions even at low concentrations, stabilizing, texture improvement... view more

Batyl Alcohol. NIKKOL Batyl Alcohol EX by NIKKOL GROUP (Nikko Chemicals) acts as an emollient and emulsifier. Possesses stabilizing, thickening, anti-inflammatory and texture improving properties... view more

Chimyl Alcohol. NIKKOL Chimyl Alcohol 100 by NIKKOL GROUP (Nikko Chemicals) is a synthetic alkyl glyceryl ether-based emollient and emulsifier. It contains no additives. NIKKOL Chimyl Alcohol 100... view more

Dihydrocholesteryl Oleate (and) Cholesteryl Nonanoate (and) Dihydrocholesteryl Butyrate (and) Cholesteryl Butyrate (and) Phytosteryl Oleate. Ecolano™ CLC-678 by NIPPON FINE CHEMICAL is an emollient... view more

C10-40 Isoalkyl Acid Cholesterol Esters. Ecolano™ CLE-NH by NIPPON FINE CHEMICAL is rich in 18-MEA and repairs hair damage. It is an emollient and moisturizing agent with moisture retention and high... view more

Cholesteryl Lanolate. Ecolano™ CLE-S by NIPPON FINE CHEMICAL is an emollient and natural moisturizer. It is an ester of soft lanolin fatty acids and cholesterol. It is similar to essential... view more

Octyldodecyl Lanolate. Ecolano™ FE-102 by NIPPON FINE CHEMICAL is an emolliating ingredient and excellent pigment dispersant with excellent hair and skin compatibility. It is a natural and... view more

Octyldodecyl Lanolate. Ecolano™ FE-1SS by NIPPON FINE CHEMICAL is a liquid emolliating ingredient and excellent pigment dispersant with excellent hair and skin compatibility. This lanolin derivative... view more

Lanolin. It acts as an emollient. Lanolin is an ointment-like material isolated from wool that is sheared from sheep. It consists of a highly complex mixture of esters of high molecular weight... view more

Lanolin. Anhydrous Lanolin EP EL P 3% by NK Chemicals acts as an emollient. Lanolin is an ointment-like material isolated from wool that is sheared from sheep. It consists of a highly complex mixture of esters of high... view more

Lanolin. It acts as an emollient. Lanolin is an ointment-like material isolated from wool that is sheared from sheep. It consists of a highly complex mixture of esters of high molecular weight... view more

Lanolin. Anhydrous Lanolin EP8 by NK Chemicals acts as an emollient. Lanolin is an ointment-like material isolated from wool that is sheared from sheep. It consists of a highly complex mixture of esters of high... view more

Lanolin. Anhydrous Lanolin PC by NK Chemicals acts as an emollient. It is an ointment-like material isolated from wool that is sheared from sheep. It consists of a highly complex mixture of esters of high... view more

Esterol #26(150M) by Nagase is a liquid wax which acts as an emollient. It provides excellent semi-matte finish and light texture with long-lasting effect. Esterol #26(150M) is used in color... view more

Esterol #26(D) is a liquid wax which acts as an emollient by Nagase. It offers mattifying effect moisturization and light texture with long lasting effect. Esterol #26(D) is recommended for use in... view more

Esterol #26(F) by Nagase is a liquid wax and used as an emollient. It provides light texture with long lasting effect and mattifying effect moisturization. Esterol #26(F) is suitable for use in... view more

Velvex P 200 by Nandan Petrochem is a severely refined hydro-cracked, hydro treated white mineral oils with highest degree of purity. It is stabilized with suitable additives for oxidation and UV stability... view more

Velvex P 300 by Nandan Petrochem is a severely refined hydro-cracked, hydro treated white mineral oils with highest degree of purity. It is used in baby oils, petrolatum, moisturizers, ointments, lotions... view more

Butyloctyl Salicylate. Sunobel® BHB by Nanjing Cosmos Chemical is effective sunscreen actives solvent, inorganic pigment wetter, emollient and moisturizing agent. It is an excellent carrier for micronized titanium... view more

Rosa Centifolia Leaf Cell Extract. HydraGeneration Pale rose by Naolys acts as a moisturizing, regenerating, restructuring and hydrating agent. It is an extract of rosa centifolia leaf cells... view more

Cyperus Papyrus Leaf Cell Extract. HydraGeneration Papyrus by Naolys acts as an emollient, regenerating, restructuring and hydrating agent. It is an extract of cyperus papyrus leaf cells, dispersed... view more

Glycine Soja (Soybean) Oil (and) Zea Mays (Corn) Starch (and) Silica. They consist of a proprietary vegetable gel technology using natural ingredients. Non-GMO soybean oil which provides excellent... view more

Caprylic/capric triglyceride (and) zea mays (corn) starch (and) silica. Vegetable gels are a proven, functional alternative to petrolatum in a variety of personal care formulations. It consist of a... view more

Helianthus annuus (sunflower) seed oil (and) glycine soja (soybean) germ extract (and) zea mays (corn) starch (and) silica (and) tocopherol. It acts as functional alternative to petrolatum in a... view more

PERUVIAN BRAZIL NUT OIL (COLD PRESSED) by Natur Foods is an emollient and skin hydrating agent. It provides nourishment and softness to the skin. This vegetal-based grade offers dermal barrier... view more

Natura-tec Plantsoft L by Natura-Tec acts as an emollient. It is a triglyceride of vegetable origin combined with rosin glycerol ester. It is a green alternative to lanolin oil. It offers water... view more

Oryza Sativa Starch and Hydrolyzed Rice Protein. Natura-tec Rizactive by Natura-Tec acts as an emollient, conditioning and refreshing agent. It is a concentrate of Oryza sativa starch, oil and... view more

C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate. Natura-tec Ultrafeel AB by Natura-Tec acts as an emollient and UV filter solubilizer. It is light and dry. Used in skin care products... view more

C12-15 Alkyl Lactate. Natura-tec Ultrafeel AL by Natura-Tec is an emollient with moisturizing properties. It provides non-oily lubricating thin film. Natura-tec Ultrafeel AL is used in cosmetic... view more

Isobutyl Stearate. Natura-tec Ultrafeel BS by Natura-Tec is an emollient and fixative. Used in nail polish remover, perfumes and hair spray products... view more

Limnanthes Alba Seed Oil. Meadowfoam XPR™ by Natural Plant Products is a non-GMO, fully refined triglyceride, derived from the seeds of Limnanthes alba. It acts as an emollient and stabilizes other... view more

Hydrogenated Jojoba Oil. It acts as an emollient, lubricant and a binder. It feels just like liquid jojoba when it melts on the skin. It is used to replace the beeswax in some products to reduce the... view more

Hydrogenated Jojoba Oil. It acts as an emollient, lubricant and a binder. It feels just like liquid jojoba when it melts on the skin. It is used to replace the beeswax in some products to reduce the... view more

Hydrogenated Jojoba Oil. It acts as an emollient, lubricant and a binder. It feels just like liquid jojoba when it melts on the skin. It is used to replace the beeswax in some products to reduce the... view more

Fragaria ananassa (Strawberry) Seed Oil. Acts as an anti-aging agent, antioxidant, emollient and moisturizing agent. It contains natural polyphenols, essential fatty acids that includes up to 38%... view more

Bertholletia excelsa (Brazil) Seed Oil. Acts as an emollient and antioxidant. It is pressed from the nuts of the Bertholletia excelsa tree, also known as the Brazil nut tree. It contains selenium... view more

OIL ANDIROBA by Natural do Brasil is 100% natural vegetable oil and is derived from almonds. It has rejuvenating property to combat wrinkles. It is used in the form of bark tea, in compresses with bark powder... view more

OIL PATAUÁ by Natural do Brasil is a vegetable oil derived from fruit pulp. Due to its high oleic acid content, OIL PATAUÁ has moisturizing properties. It is derived from fruit pulp. It can also be used in... view more

Cucumis sativus extract. CROWNHEALTH™ KYURI by Naturalea acts as an emollient, protective, soothing, repairing, regenerating and conditioning agent. It is an extract obtained from cucumis... view more

Rosa Rugosa Flower Extract. Rose Extract by Naturalin acts as an antioxidant, emollient and slimming agent. Rose Extract finds application in formulating skin care and beauty products. Meets CNAS... view more

Natralipid® Advanced Omega Complex by Natures Crops International acts as an emollient. It is a plant-based proprietary source of omega 3+6 fatty acids and the richest combined C20 & C22 very long chain fatty acids. It is derived from... view more

Limnanthes Alba Seed Oil. Natralipid® Meadowfoam Seed Oil by Natures Crops International is a biologically advanced topical oil for excellent emollience, moisturization, transdermal barrier repair and skin penetration. It is expeller... view more

Adansonia Digitata Seed Oil. NAT ORGANIC DEODORIZED BAOBAB OIL by NATUROCHIM acts as an emollient and nourishing agent. It is obtained by cold pressing African baobab seeds (Adansonia digitata L.)... view more

Prunus Domestica Seed Oil. NAT ORGANIC PLUM OIL by NATUROCHIM acts as an emollient, soothing, moisturizing and nourishing agent. It is obtained by cold pressing the almonds of dehydrated plum... view more

Corylus Avellana Seed Oil. NAT HAZELNUT T. OIL by NATUROCHIM acts as an emollient, nourishing and moisturizing agent. It is obtained by cold pressing the toasted fruits of hazelnut tree (Corylus... view more

Hydrogenated Argania Spinosa Kernel Oil. NAT ORGANIC ARGAN WAX by NATUROCHIM acts as an emollient. It is obtained by soft controlled hydrogenation of organic argan kernel oil (Argania spinosa L.)... view more

Hydrogenated pistachio seed oil. NAT PISTACHIO WAX by Naturochim acts as an emollient and nourishing agent. It is obtained by soft controlled hydrogenation of refined pistachio oil (Pistacia vera L.). It... view more

Glycerine Vegetable by Natuva acts as an emollient. It soothes, hydrates and softens the skin as well as assists outer epidermal of skin to retain moisture. Glycerine Vegetable is suitable for skin... view more

Orange by Natuva acts as an emollient. Orange is used for creams, lotions, body butters, shampoos for a refreshing orange scent and keep skin hydrated... view more

Sea Buckthorn (15:1) by Natuva has excellent healing properties. It is rich in vitamins, provitamins, antioxidants and skin emollients. It acts as a radical scavenger to delay dermal aging and... view more

Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis Seed Oil (100%). Almond Sweet Organic Oil by New Directions Aromatics acts as an emollient and carrier. It is a cold-pressed unrefined oil. It is rich in proteins, olein... view more

Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis Seed Oil (100%). Almond Sweet Refined Carrier Oil (Spain) by New Directions Aromatics acts as an emollient and carrier. It is cold-pressed refined oil. It is rich in... view more

Persea Gratissima Oil (and) Hydrogenated Vegetable Oil (and) Tocopherol. Avocado Butter by New Directions Aromatics acts as a moisturizer and emollient. It is soft rich butter and melts quickly on... view more

Orbignya Oleifera Seed Oil (100%). Babassu Refined Carrier Oil by New Directions Aromatics is cold-pressed carrier oil. It is a superior emollient for both dry and oily skin. It has a very little... view more

Orbignya Oleifera Seed Oil (100%). Babassu Refined Organic Carrier Oil by New Directions Aromatics is cold-pressed carrier oil. It absorbs into the skin, leaving a very slight oily feeling on the... view more

Sambucus nigra oil. It is an effective emollient. Is based in anti- ageing and dry skin moisturizers where skin lipids need to be replenished from natural vegetable sources... view more

Papaver Somniferum seed oil. English Poppy Seed oil by Northstar Lipids acts as an emollient. It is produced from seeds harvested from white poppies. It is cold pressed and lightly refined to preserve essential... view more

Citrus Aurantifolia seed oil. Acts as an emollient and skin conditioner. It is a fixed triglyceride oil, not a volatile essential oil. The refined oil is pale yellow in color, liquid at ambient... view more

Oat oil (Avena Sativa) is rich in Essential Fatty Acids, antioxidants (Vitamin E) and phospholipids, making it an excellent and highly effective skin emollient. Oat oil has natural skin softening... view more

Rubus idaeus seed oil. Raspberry oil has a rich texture and skin feel and provides great emollience. It is made up of around 45-50% Omega 6 and 25-30% Omega 3 fatty acids, an ideal combination for... view more

Isohexadecane. Luxtra® LIGHT by Novvi is a delicate, high performance, plant-based emollient. It is a 100% renewable, effervescent, biodegradable, pure and non-polar oil. Provides moisturization... view more

C32-54 Isoalkane. Luxtra® PURE is a high performance emollient by Novvi. Acts as a soothing agent and is produced from sustainably sourced plant-based feedstocks. It is a 100% renewable... view more

C32-54 Isoalkane. Luxtra® RICH is a biodegradable, high performance emollient by Novvi. Acts as a nourishing agent and offers rich, non-greasy and luxurious feel. It is produced from sustainably... view more

Crambe Abyssinica Seed Oil. Abyssinian Seed Oil (Crambe), Refined by O&3 acts as a versatile emollient oil that spreads & absorbs into the skin easily. It is a highly stable refined oil. It has a long chain of... view more

Eugenia Caroyphyllus Leaf Oil. Garlic, Essential Oil by O&3 is an essential oil which in tropical communities. It has a woody aroma and combats dry skin... view more

Crambe Abyssinica Seed Oil. Murumuru, Butter by O&3 acts as a versatile emollient oil that spreads & absorbs into the skin easily. It is a highly stable refined oil. It has a long chain of... view more

Shea Butter glycerides. OLVEA® Creamy Shea acts as a co-emulsifier, emollient. It helps achieve the perfect cocoon texture for cosmetic products. It increases the potential of other emulsifiers and... view more

Shea Butter Polyglyceryl-4 Esters. OLVEA® Glossy Shea is an effective moisturizer which adds shine in cosmetics formulations. Shea butter is a natural fat obtained from the fruit of the Shea tree... view more

Shea Butter Ethyl Esters. OLVEA® Silky Shea acts as a moisturizing agent. OLVEA® Silky Shea is a light-weight alternative to conventional Shea butter which imparts lightness and a velvety after-feel... view more

Argania Spinosa Kernel Oil. ORGANIC VIRGIN ARGAN OIL by OLVEA possesses emollient properties. It is a fatty oil obtained from argan seeds by cold pressure. It is rich in oleic acid and high levels... view more

Argania Spinosa Kernel Oil. ORGANIC VIRGIN DEODORISED ARGAN OIL by OLVEA acts as an emollient. It is a fatty oil obtained from argan seeds by cold pressure and deodorized. It is rich in oleic acid... view more

Heptanoic Acid. NPG Di-heptanoate (CQ) - Cosmetic Quality by OQ Chemicals is an emollient & slip agent. It is suitable for skin care, topical lotions & creams, sun care and deodrants. It provides good spreadability and delivers a... view more

Allanblackia Floribunda Seed Butter. Allanblackia Butter by OQEMA acts as an emollient. It gives stable emulsions due to the uniform triglyceride composition with a high oxidative stability. It is a... view more

Aloe Vera Leaf Extract (and) Cocos Nucifera Seed Oil. Aloe Butter by OQEMA acts as an emollient. It has excellent skin healing and antioxidant properties. It offers good color stability and... view more

Brassica Campestris Seed Oil (and) Sesamum Indicum Seed Oil (and) Emblica Officinalis Fruit Extract. Amla Oil ABCI by OQEMA is used in hair formulas and allied products. The minimum shelf life of... view more

Argania Spinosa Kernel Oil (and) Butyrospermum Parkii Kernel Butter. Argan Butter by OQEMA acts an emollient and carrier in the cosmetic industry. It is a stable vegetable butter derived from dried... view more

Persea Gratissima Fruit Extract (and) Butyrospermum Parkii Nut Extract. Avocado Butter by OQEMA acts as an emollient and sunscreen agent. It offers rapid absorption into the skin. Avocado Butter is... view more

Papaver Somniferum Seed Oil. Virgin Poppy Seed Oil by Oat Cosmetics acts as an emollient, softening and conditioning agent. It is gluten-, GMO-, alcohol-, paraben- and fragrance free. It offers... view more

Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis Oil. Organic Almond Oil (Sweet Almond), Refined by Oh, Oh Organic is an emollient that forms an occlusive film on the stratum corner, decreasing trans epidermal water loss. It is a soothing oil with a non-oily... view more

Prunus Armeniaca Kernel Oil. Organic Apricot Kernel Oil, Virgin by Oh, Oh Organic is an upcycled, gluten & GMO-free emollient. It is a clear, brilliant golden oil, light to the touch and easily absorbed by the skin. It has a... view more

Borago Officinalis Seed Oil. Borage oil by Olixol acts as an emollient and conditioning agent. It is a triglyceride oil obtained from the seeds of borago officinalis. It is a rich source of... view more

C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate. Only TN acts as an emollient and an emulsifier. It gives fresh feel to the skin, non greasy and excellent permeation. Only TN is applicable in sunscreens, creams, lotions and... view more

Palm Kernelamide DEA (80%). ALKOLAN® CD 80 by Oxiteno acts as a foam stabilizer, detergent, re-fatting agent, thickener, solubilizer and emulsifier for fragrances and essential oils in the... view more

Palm Kernelamide DEA. ALKOLAN® CD 90 acts as a thickener, foam stabilizer, re-fatting agent, detergent, emulsifier and solubilizer for fragrances and essential oils in the formulation of personal... view more

Cocoamide DEA. Acts as a thickener, foam stabilizer, re-fatting agent, detergent, emulsifier and solubilizer for fragrances and essential oils in the formulation of personal care products. It is an... view more

Cocoamide DEA. Acts as a thickener, foam stabilizer, re-fatting agent, detergent, emulsifier and solubilizer for fragrances and essential oils in the formulation of personal care products. It is an... view more

Mineral Oil. EMCAplus® 070 LF by Oxiteno acts as an emollient. It is made with raw materials obtained from fractions of petroleum distillate. It offers moisturizing properties. EMCAplus® 070 LF... view more

Ceteareth-20. ROKAnol® T20 MB FLAKES by PCC Group is a non-ionic surfactant, emollient, O/W emulsifier, rheology modifier, conditioning agent and solubilizer. It is derived from renewable vegetable... view more

Distilled Palm / Palm Kernel fatty acid. KORTACID 0442 acts as emollients. It is a palm / palm kernel type of fatty acid which reacts with strong oxidants. This natural fatty acid mixture is derive... view more

Distilled Palm Kernel fatty acid. KORTACID PK50 by Pacific Oleochemicals acts as emollient. It is a palm kernel derive natural fatty acid mixture which is biodegradable and reacts with strong oxidants. KORTACID PK50... view more

Distilled Palm Kernel fatty acid. KORTACID PKG acts as emollients and cleansing agent. It is a distilled topped palm kernel derive natural fatty acid mixture which provides cleansing properties... view more

KORTACID PKGH by Pacific Oleochemicals acts as an emollients and cleansing agent. It is a distilled topped hydrogenated palm kernel derive natural fatty acid composition which is recommended as raw material for... view more

Isopropyl Myristate by Parchem acts as an emulsifier, humectant, emollient, perfuming-, binding and masking agent. It is based on oleochemical. It is used in perfume and fragrance actives... view more

Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract. Aloes by Parnika acts as an emollient, moisturizing and sunscreen agent. It is used in skin care and hair tonic formulations... view more

Butylene Glycol Dicaprylate/Dicaprate. Paester™ BGCC by Patech Fine Chemicals is a high polar emollient oil with low viscosity and fast spreading capability. It imparts a light, dry, non-oily, smooth and velvet... view more

Cetearyl Ethylhexanoate. Paester™ CSEH by Patech Fine Chemicals is a dry emollient. It forms a light film on the skin and offers moisturizing, velvety and soft skin feel. Paester™ CSEH is RSPO certified... view more

Myristyl Stearate. Paester™ MS by Patech Fine Chemicals is an emollient ester, oil solubilizer, opacifier, pearlescent agent and humectant for all skin care applications. It acts as a pigment dispersant for... view more

Neopentyl Glycol Diisostearate. Paester™ NGIS by Patech Fine Chemicals is a light to medium emollient ester. It offers good skin conditioning, good spreading, moisturization and non-tacky skin feel. It is... view more

Pentaerythrityl Stearate/Caprate/Caprylate/Adipate. Paester™ PESCA by Patech Fine Chemicals is an effective polymeric emollient and super fatting agent for all skin care applications. It is an excellent dispersant... view more

White Mineral Oil (100%). PURETOL™ 7 SPECIAL by Petro-Canada Specialty Products acts as a lubricant, emollient, smoothing, softening and moisturizing agent. Used in skin lotions, sunscreens, hair... view more

White Mineral Oil (100%). PURETOL™ 9 by Petro-Canada Specialty Products acts as a lubricant, emollient, smoothing, softening and moisturizing agent. It finds application in skin lotions, sunscreens... view more

White Mineral Oil (100%). PURETOL™ 11 by Petro-Canada Specialty Products acts as an emollient, lubricant, smoothing, softening and moisturizing agent. Offers softening, smoothing and moisturizing to... view more

White Mineral Oil (100%). PURETOL™ 21 by Petro-Canada Specialty Products acts as an emollient, smoothing, lubricant, softening and moisturizing agent. Provides smoothing, softening and moisturizing... view more

White Mineral Oil (100%). PURETOL™ 9D by Petro-Canada Specialty Products acts as a lubricant, emollient, smoothing, softening and moisturizing agent. It provides the softening, lubrication... view more