SODIUM HYDROXYSTEARATE

Ingredient type: FAT-SOLUBLE/EMOLLIENT/EMULSIFIER/TEXTURE

✨ Role: Sodium Hydroxystearate is mainly used as a thickening and stabilizing agent in cosmetic products. It helps improve the texture of formulations, making them creamier and more homogeneous.

Ingredient type: Emulsifier

‍⚕️ Safety: This ingredient is generally considered safe when used in appropriate concentrations in cosmetic products.

✨ Vegan: Yes, this ingredient is synthetic and suitable for vegan formulations.

✨ Worth knowing: Sodium Hydroxystearate is well tolerated by most skin types. However, as with any ingredient, it's best to do a skin patch test if you have sensitive or reactive skin.

Found in: Commonly found in creams, lotions, deodorants and hair products where emulsion thickness and stability are essential.