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Polyglyceryl-10 Stearate
Polyglyceryl-10 Stearate
A mild, water-loving polyglycerol emulsifier that builds light oil-in-water creams and lotions.
What it does
Polyglyceryl-10 stearate is a non-ionic emulsifier made from polyglycerin and stearic acid. It is water-loving and gentle, used to emulsify oils into water-based creams and lotions and to stabilize them with a smooth feel. It is a structural emulsifier rather than an active.
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