PROPYLENE GLYCOL STEARATE
Ingredient type: FAT-SOLUBLE/EMOLLIENT/EMULSIFIER/TEXTURE
✨ Role: Polypropylene Glycol Stearate is mainly used as an emulsifier in cosmetic products. It helps to blend water-soluble and fat-soluble ingredients, resulting in a smooth and pleasant texture in creams and lotions.
Ingredient type: Emulsifier
⚕️ Safety: This ingredient is generally considered safe for use on the skin. However, as with any cosmetic product, it is recommended that those with particularly sensitive skin perform a patch test beforehand.
✨ Vegan: Yes, this ingredient is synthetic and suitable for vegan formulations.
✨ Note: Polypropylene Glycol Stearate is derived from stearic acid, a fatty acid that is generally plant-based in vegan formulations, but may be animal-based in some cases. It is therefore important to check the vegan certification of the finished product if this is a priority.
Found in: Moisturizers, body lotions, sunscreens, and certain hair products.
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