Fatty acids, tallow, reaction products with diethanolamine
CAS #
68440-32-4
Form
Liquid
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Functions
Light Stabilizer
Cleansing
Makes oil and water mix so dirt, makeup, and sunscreen can actually be washed away. The reason your face wash foams.
Foam Boosting
Viscosity Controlling
Shields from UV damage
Traditional Use
This is a modern synthetic surfactant and foam booster derived from hydrogenated tallow. Developed in the mid-20th century as part of synthetic detergent chemistry, it was created to improve cleansing performance and stability in personal care products.