Polyethylene glycol ester of stearic acid. Functions as an emulsifier and surfactant that helps water and oil mix in cosmetic formulations. The PEG modification improves solubility and reduces irritation compared to pure stearic acid.
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Can enhance the penetration of other ingredients into the skin due to its surfactant properties. This can be either beneficial or problematic depending on what other ingredients are present.
Creams, lotions, cosmetics, cleansers
LOW
Polysorbate-80, Decyl Glucoside, Coco-glucoside
Stearic acid and polyethylene glycol (synthetic)