Other ingredient
Polyhydroxystearic Acid
A polymeric hydroxystearic acid used in sunscreens and color cosmetics as a dispersant for mineral UV filter pigments, reducing white cast and improving application feel.
Also known as: phsa
dispersantemulsifier
Benefits
- ✓Disperses mineral UV filters (TiO2, ZnO) evenly in oil-based systems
- ✓Improves texture and skin feel of mineral sunscreens
- ✓Reduces whitening effect of mineral filters
No known watch-fors.
