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Sodium Stearoyl Glutamate
Sodium Stearoyl Glutamate
A gentle, amino-acid-derived emulsifier that holds oil and water together and is well tolerated by sensitive skin.
What it does
Sodium stearoyl glutamate is made from glutamic acid (an amino acid) and a fatty acid. It works as an emulsifier — keeping the oil and water phases of a lotion or cream blended — and is favored in gentle, fragrance-free formulas because it is mild. Its role is structure and feel, not an effect on the skin.
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