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Sorbitan Olivate
Sorbitan Olivate
An olive-derived emulsifier, usually paired with cetearyl olivate, that blends oil and water and leaves a soft, skin-friendly feel.
What it does
Sorbitan olivate is made from olive oil fatty acids and works as an emulsifier. It is almost always seen alongside cetearyl olivate (together known as Olivem 1000), a pairing prized for a light, conditioning skin feel and good tolerance. Its role is holding the formula together, not a targeted skin effect.
Also known as
olivem (with cetearyl olivate)
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