1,4-Anhydro-D-glucitol, diisooctadecanoates, ethoxylated (40 mol EO average molar ratio) Science: Origin: Botanic/Natural | Process: Ethoxylation | Functions: Surfactant - Cleansing, Surfactant - Emulsifying Safety Ratings: CIR: Safe as used
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Form
Liquid
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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.
Emulsifying
Forces oil and water to stay mixed instead of separating into layers. The unsung hero holding your lotion together.
Cleansing Surfactant
Emulsifier
Antioxidant Protection
Wound Healing
Removes Impurities
Mixes Oil & Water
Traditional Use
Developed in the mid-20th century as a synthetic emulsifier combining sorbitan (derived from sorbitol, a sugar alcohol) with polyethylene glycol and isostearic acid. Designed for stable oil-in-water emulsification in cosmetics.