Acts as an O/W emulsifier. Has spreading properties for a smooth and light skin feel. Improves water resistance of formulations and is compatible with organic and inorganic sun filters. Stabilises emulsions of every type of oily material in water, irrespective of its required HLB. Used in creams and milks. Also suitable for shaving, baby care, body care, facial care, sun care, pre & after shave lotions, facial make-up, creams & lotions-skin care, cleaners & toners-skin care, skin treatments, feet, hands & nails, eye care, male grooming and color cosmetics.

INCI:

Sorbitan Stearate and Sucrose Cocoate

Claims:

• Outstanding o/w emulsifier
• Can emulsify a wide range and concentrations of oils including volatile silicones and perfumes
• Self-emulsifying; no need for co-emulsifier
• Non-HLB dependant
• Self-bodying
• Excellent spreading properties
• Smooth, light skin feel
• Compatible with ethanol
• Prolonged hydration properties
• Controlled actives delivery
• Excellent for water-resistant UV-protection
• Hydrosome, creates a lamellar gel in the aqueous phase
• Can incorporate organic and inorganic sun filters

Applications/Recommended for:

• Shaving
• Baby Care
• Body Care
• Facial Care
• Sun Care
• Pre & After Shave Lotions
• Facial Make-Up
• Creams & lotions-Skin care
• Cleaners & toners-Skin care
• Skin Treatments
• Feet, hands & nails
• Eye care
• Male grooming
• Color Cosmetics

Recommended use levels:

2 - 5%, depending on the application

Similar or Equivalent to:

• Arlacel 2121 (Croda Inc.)