PEG-40 Distearate is the polyethylene glycol diester of stearic acid
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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.
Emulsifier
Antioxidant Protection
Wound Healing
Mixes Oil & Water
Traditional Use
Synthetic emulsifier combining high-molecular-weight PEG with stearic acid, developed mid-20th century. Created for stable, consistent emulsions in heavier cosmetic formulations.