PEG-80 sorbitan palmitate

Ingredient type: EMULSIFIER/TEXTURE

✨ Role: PEG-80 Sorbitan Palmitate is used in cosmetic products primarily as an emulsifier. It helps blend ingredients that don't normally combine well, such as water and oil, to create a smooth, pleasant texture.

Ingredient type: Emulsifier

‍⚕️ Safety: This ingredient is generally considered safe for use in cosmetic products, although some may have PEG-related concerns.

✨ Vegan: Yes, this ingredient is generally considered vegan, as it is derived from synthetic or plant sources.

✨ Worth knowing: PEGs can be linked to ethoxylation, a chemical process that can leave undesirable residues (such as 1,4-dioxane) if not properly controlled. It is therefore important to ensure that products undergo a good purification process.

Present in: This type of ingredient is often used in creams, lotions, hair care products and other skincare products where emulsion stability is essential.