A gentle plant-derived emulsifier that helps blend water and oil-based ingredients together, creating smooth, stable textures in lotions and creams.
Effective at 1.6%
CAS #
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Form
Liquid
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Functions
Emulsifying
Forces oil and water to stay mixed instead of separating into layers. The unsung hero holding your lotion together.
Cleansing
Makes oil and water mix so dirt, makeup, and sunscreen can actually be washed away. The reason your face wash foams.
Emulsifier
Mixes Oil & Water
Traditional Use
A synthetic polyethylene glycol ether surfactant created as part of modern cosmetic chemistry's effort to develop stable, predictable emulsifiers for skincare formulations.