Hydrogenated vegetable oil is an emollient moisturizing ingredient, meaning it forms a layer over the skin to lock in moisture, which keeps skin hydrated, soft, and protected from TEWL.
Hydrogenated vegetable oil is mildly comedogenic, non-greasy, and soothing. It's high content of fatty acids helps to soften and moisturize skin, while also offering some mild protective and soothing benefits.
INCI: Hydrogenated Vegetable Oil