Sorbitan Isostearate
Ingredient Facts
Sorbitan isostearate
Synthetic · Emulsifying
Synthetic
Cleanser
Emulsifier
Clean
This ingredient helps mix oil and water together so your product applies smoothly and doesn't separate. It keeps formulas blended and easy to use.
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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.
CIR Safety Findings
Not a Sensitizer
CIR Expert Panel found no sensitization concern, Not an Irritant : CIR Expert Panel found no irritation concern, Phototoxicity Concern : CIR Expert Panel flagged potential phototoxicity
Concentration Guide
Industry Max
Industry typically uses up to 6.5% in leave-on products (92 products reported). Source: CIR Safety Assessment (CIR Seq 682).
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Final Report on the Safety Assessment of PEG-20 Sorbitan Cocoate; PEG-40 Sorbitan Diisostearate; PEG-2, -5, and -20 Sorbitan Isostearate; PEG-40 and -75 Sorbitan Lanolate; PEG-10, -40, -44, -75, and -
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Final Report on the Safety Assessment of Sorbitan Caprylate, Sorbitan Cocoate, Sorbitan Diisostearate, Sorbitan Dioleate, Sorbitan Distearate, Sorbitan Isostearate, Sorbitan Olivate, Sorbitan Sesquiis
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EU Cosmetic Ingredient Database (CosIng)
PEG-20 Sorbitan Isostearate
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EU Cosmetic Ingredient Database (CosIng)
PEG-5 Sorbitan Isostearate
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EU Cosmetic Ingredient Database (CosIng)
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Environmental Working Group (EWG)
EWG Skin Deep Cosmetics Database
Verified Feb 2026
Data: CosIng