Surfactant ingredient
PEG-20 Glyceryl Stearate
An ethoxylated glyceryl stearate used as a nonionic emulsifier in cosmetic creams and lotions.
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Benefits
- ✓Stabilizes oil-in-water emulsions
- ✓Improves texture and spreadability of creams and lotions
Watch for
- ⚠May contain trace 1,4-dioxane as a manufacturing by-product of ethoxylation; purification steps reduce levels
In depth
What it does
An ethoxylated glyceryl stearate used as a nonionic emulsifier in cosmetic creams and lotions. As an surfactant ingredient, it is particularly valued for stabilizes oil-in-water emulsions and improves texture and spreadability of creams and lotions.
How to use it
Used as part of a cleanser, so placement is straightforward — it's your first step, applied to damp skin and rinsed off thoroughly. Avoid overwashing, which can disrupt the skin barrier.
