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SORBITAN ISOSTEARATE

Last update on Apr 5, 2023

Sorbitan Isostearate is an effective moisturizing and conditioning ingredient used in personal care products like lotions, creams, and makeup. It also has emulsifying properties, meaning it helps to mix oil and water-based ingredients together in a smooth and consistent way. Sorbitan Isostearate has the ability to improve the texture and feel of skin and hair. It typically appears as a yellowish, oily liquid and is used in concentrations of 1-5% in cosmetic formulations. The chemical formula of Sorbitan Isostearate is C₂₄H₄₆O₆.

CAS Number: 71902-01-7Chem/IUPAC Name: Sorbitan, isooctadecanoateEINECS/ELINCS No: 276-171-2COSING REF No: 38179

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MAXI-LIP™

by Brenntag Beauty & Personal Care

INCI: ETHYLHEXYL PALMITATE | PALMITOYL TRIPEPTIDE-1 | SORBITAN ISOSTEARATE | TRIBEHENIN

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Multicare HA100LKC

by Samyang KCI

INCI: HYDROXYETHYL ACRYLATE/SODIUM ACRYLOYLDIMETHYL TAURATE COPOLYMER | SORBITAN ISOSTEARATE | POLYSORBATE 60 | AQUA

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Crodasperse™

by Croda

INCI: CAPRYLIC/CAPRIC TRIGLYCERIDE | DI-PPG-3 MYRISTYL ETHER ADIPATE | SORBITAN ISOSTEARATE

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What is SORBITAN ISOSTEARATE used for?

Sorbitan Isostearate is widely known for its emulsifying and conditioning properties. This makes it a valuable ingredient in the world of skin care and cosmetics.

Skin care: It helps in creating stable, uniform mixtures of oil and water-based ingredients in skin care products like lotions and creams. It is also a good moisturizing and conditioning agent, helping to improve the texture and feel of skin
Cosmetic products: It can aid in the dispersion of pigments and other insoluble ingredients, improving the overall appearance and texture of the formulations. It is found in products like lipsticks and foundations, where it gives them a smooth and even finish

Origin

Sorbitan Isostearate is a type of ester that is made by combining sorbitol, a sugar alcohol, with isostearic acid, a fatty acid. The two ingredients are heated together with a catalyst to create a yellowish, oily liquid - Sorbitan Isostearate.

What does SORBITAN ISOSTEARATE do in a formulation?

EMULSIFYING|

MOISTURISING|

SKIN CONDITIONING

Safety Profile

Sorbitan Isostearate is a safe ingredient that is generally well-tolerated by the skin, with few reported side effects. Patch testing is not typically required, but may be recommended for individuals with sensitive skin. Sorbitan Isostearate is not known to be comedogenic, so it does not cause acne. It is also suitable for use in vegan and halal formulations.