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Steareth-20
Steareth-20 · Steareth-21
A mixing helper that lets oil and water blend into a stable cream.
What it does
Steareth-20 and the close relative steareth-21 are emulsifiers made from stearyl alcohol. They help oil and water blend into a stable cream, and they’re often paired with a lower-numbered steareth to get the balance right.
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