D-glucitol, ethoxylated, esters with dodecanoic acid (6 mol EO average molar ratio)
Effective at 0.7%
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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
Removes Impurities
Mixes Oil & Water
Traditional Use
Synthetic emulsifier developed in the mid-20th century as part of the polysorbate family. Created to emulsify and stabilize cosmetic formulations using sorbitol combined with lauric acid.