Emollient

Sorbitan Isostearate

A mild emulsifier and co-emulsifier for oil, cream, and pigmented formulas. Sorbitan Isostearate helps to combine oils with the aqueous phase, stabilize texture, and make application more even.

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⚠ Use with Caution

Comedogenic Rating

1/5

Irritation Potential

0/5

What is it?

Sorbitan Isostearate - ester of sorbitan and isostearic acid. In cosmetics, it works as an emulsifier/co-emulsifier, helping to stabilize emulsions and maintain an even distribution of oils, waxes, or pigments.

Creams, SPF, cleansing balms, foundations, powder-cream textures, lip products, and emulsions with a rich oil phase.

Key Benefits

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Stabilizes the emulsion.

Helps the aqueous and oil phases stay together in a more homogeneous texture.

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Supports pigments.

Can improve the dispersion of pigments in foundations, SPF, and decorative formulas.

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Softens the sensory feel.

Provides creamier glide and reduces the feeling of dry waxiness.

Suitable for

creamsSPFfoundationscleansing balms

Main Actions

✓ emulsification✓ co-emulsification✓ pigment dispersion✓ texture support

A technological component, not a separate active.

Sorbitan Isostearate is important for how the product applies and maintains structure. It should not be evaluated in isolation from the entire emulsifying system.

CategoryEmollients

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Sorbitan Isostearate do for skin?

Creams, SPF, cleansing balms, foundations, powder-cream textures, lip products, and emulsions with a rich oil phase.

Who should use Sorbitan Isostearate?

Sorbitan Isostearate is suitable for: creams, SPF, foundations, cleansing balms.

Are there any warnings about Sorbitan Isostearate?

Sorbitan Isostearate is important for how the product applies and maintains structure. It should not be evaluated in isolation from the entire emulsifying system.

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