Ingredients

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11 ingredients · Emulsifier

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Emulsifier Fine
Ceteareth-20

An ethoxylated emulsifier. Fine on intact skin; may sting on damaged skin.

Emulsifier Fine
Cetearyl Alcohol

A fatty alcohol — not a drying alcohol. Thickens creams and softens skin.

Also written Cetostearyl Alcohol

Emulsifier Fine
Cetyl Alcohol

A fatty alcohol that thickens and softens. Not drying, unlike ethanol.

Emulsifier Fine
Glyceryl Stearate

A gentle emulsifier made from glycerin and stearic acid.

Emulsifier Fine
Glyceryl Stearate SE

Glyceryl stearate with a little soap added so it emulsifies on its own — SE stands for self-emulsifying. Gentle.

Emulsifier Fine
PEG-100 Stearate

A common emulsifier. PEG compounds are fine on intact skin; some people prefer to skip them on broken skin.

Emulsifier Fine
Polysorbate 20

An emulsifier that helps oils and fragrance dissolve in water. Used in small amounts.

Emulsifier Fine
Polysorbate 60

An emulsifier that holds oil and water together in creams and lotions. Used in small amounts.

Emulsifier Fine
Polysorbate 80

An emulsifier that helps oils mix into water-based products. Used in small amounts.

Emulsifier Fine
Stearic Acid

A fatty acid found in skin and plant butters. Thickens and stabilises.

Emulsifier Fine
Stearyl Alcohol

A fatty alcohol used to thicken and stabilise creams. Not drying.