Polyglyceryl-10 Distearate

AKA “12764-60-2, [5, 6-bis(2, 3-dihydroxypropoxy)-3, 4, 5, 6-pentakis(2, 3-dihydroxypropyl)-8, 9-dihydroxy-2-octadecanoyloxynonyl] octadecanoate, SCHEMBL29362667, IZQCRASWMKZRIV-UHFFFAOYSA-N”

Surfactant

Ingredient Facts

Polyglyceryl-10 distearate

AKA: 12764-60-2, [5, 6-bis(2, 3-dihydroxypropoxy)-3, 4, 5, 6-pentakis(2, 3-dihydroxypropyl)-8, 9-dihydroxy-2-octadecanoyloxynonyl] octadecanoate, SCHEMBL29362667, IZQCRASWMKZRIV-UHFFFAOYSA-N

Surfactant · Emulsifying · EWG: 1

Plant-Derived

Cleanser

Emulsifier

Plant Oil

Clean

1,2,3-Propanetriol, homopolymer, octadecanoates (1:2) (10 mol glycerol average molar ratio)

Formula

C66H130O22

Mol. Weight

1275.70

CAS #

12764-60-2

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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

Mixes Oil & Water

Traditional Use

A synthetic emulsifier created by combining polyglycerin with stearic acid, developed in the late 20th century. Used in cosmetics to stabilize formulations and provide improved texture and spreadability.