Glyceryl Isotridecanoate/Stearate/Adipate

AKA “Glyceryl Mixed Esters”

Synthetic

Ingredient Facts

Glyceryl isotridecanoate/stearate/adipate

AKA: Glyceryl Mixed Esters

Synthetic · Emollient · EWG: 4

Plant-Derived Synthetic

Emollient

Cleanser

Emulsifier

Skin Conditioner

Plant Oil

Synthetic

Clean

Octadecanoic acid, mixed esters with 1,2,3-propanetriol, isotridecanoic acid and hexanedioic acid Science: Origin: Botanic/Natural | Functions: Surfactant - Emulsifying Safety Ratings: CIR: Safe as used

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.

Emollient

Fills in the tiny cracks between skin cells to make everything feel smooth and soft. The "silky finish" ingredient.

Skin Conditioning

A catch-all term for ingredients that improve how skin looks and feels — softer, smoother, more supple. The workhorse behind most moisturizers.

Emulsifier

Mixes Oil & Water

Traditional Use

Modern synthetic multi-ester blend developed for cosmetic use. Created to combine various fatty acid properties for optimized texture, spreadability, and conditioning in skincare products.