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Stearoyl Inulin
Plant-based emulsifier and stabilizer based on inulin and stearic acid. Stearoyl Inulin helps create soft, comfortable O/W emulsions with a more natural profile.
natural-origin emulsifierinulinO/W emulsionscream stability
✓ Safe
Comedogenic Rating
0/5
Irritation Potential
0/5
What is it?
Stearoyl Inulin - a derivative of inulin, a plant-derived polysaccharide, modified with stearic fragments. In cosmetics, it works as an emulsifier, co-emulsifier, and stabilizer for oil-in-water emulsions.
Creams, lotions, natural cosmetics, barrier-friendly formulas, body creams, and emulsions with plant oils.
Key Benefits
Stabilizes creams
Helps the water and oil phases form a homogeneous, pleasant emulsion.
Supports a soft finish
Provides creams with smoothness without a harsh soapy or waxy sensory feel.
Suitable for natural-positioning formulas
Useful in formulas where a plant-based profile emulsifier is needed.
Suitable for
Main Actions
Not a prebiotic in the usual sense
Although inulin is associated with prebiotics, Stearoyl Inulin in creams is primarily a technological emulsifier and stabilizer, rather than an active for the microbiome.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Stearoyl Inulin do for skin?
Creams, lotions, natural cosmetics, barrier-friendly formulas, body creams, and emulsions with plant oils.
Who should use Stearoyl Inulin?
Stearoyl Inulin is suitable for: dry skin, sensitive skin, creams, natural formulas.
Are there any warnings about Stearoyl Inulin?
Although inulin is associated with prebiotics, Stearoyl Inulin in creams is primarily a technological emulsifier and stabilizer, rather than an active for the microbiome.
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