A natural plant-derived ingredient that blends oils and water together, helping create smooth, evenly-textured products that feel lightweight on skin.
CAS #
26855-44-7, 37349-34-1, 68004-11-5
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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.
Skin Conditioning
A catch-all term for ingredients that improve how skin looks and feels — softer, smoother, more supple. The workhorse behind most moisturizers.
Emollient
Fills in the tiny cracks between skin cells to make everything feel smooth and soft. The "silky finish" ingredient.
Emulsifier
Anti-Aging Benefits
Mixes Oil & Water
Traditional Use
Synthesized in the mid-20th century as an alternative to traditional soap-based emulsifiers. Designed to create stable emulsions in cosmetics while being gentler on skin than conventional surfactants.