First things first: alcohol is seriously misunderstood. And we’re not talking about the kind you use to make a margarita—although if that’s part of your skincare ritual, kudos to you.

No, we’re talking about the types of alcohol used in skincare products. The “good” alcohols are those that are “fatty alcohols”. That means they’re derived from a source like coconut oil. Traditionally, these fatty alcohols help thicken a skincare product and they’re nourishing for the skin. Fun fact: vitamin A1 (retinol) and vitamin E are also technically classified as alcohols.

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