Alcohols, tallow, hydrogenated, ethoxylated (25 mol EO average molar ratio)
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Functions
Cleansing
Makes oil and water mix so dirt, makeup, and sunscreen can actually be washed away. The reason your face wash foams.
Cleansing
Makes oil and water mix so dirt, makeup, and sunscreen can actually be washed away. The reason your face wash foams.
Emulsifying
Forces oil and water to stay mixed instead of separating into layers. The unsung hero holding your lotion together.
Removes Impurities
Cleansing Surfactant
Emulsifier
Anti-Aging Benefits
Antioxidant Protection
Reduces Inflammation
Mixes Oil & Water
Traditional Use
Tallow-derived emulsifiers developed in the mid-20th century for cosmetic formulations. Hydrogenated versions were created to improve stability and shelf life compared to non-hydrogenated plant and animal oil emulsifiers used historically.