INCI · surfactant · CIR review pending · used in 1 products
PEG-30 Dipolyhydroxystearate
PEG-30 Dipolyhydroxystearate is a water-in-oil (w/o) emulsifier derived from 12-hydroxyoctadecanoic acid (hydroxystearic acid) homopolymer, esterified with a PEG chain averaging 30 ethylene oxide units. It functions by helping the oily and watery components of a formula mix together, with water droplets dispersed in a continuous oil phase. Its molecular structure creates large anchors in both the water and oil phases, contributing to emulsion stability.
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surfactant● Benefits
PEG-30 Dipolyhydroxystearate enables the formulation of stable water-in-oil emulsions. Unlike typical w/o emulsions that can feel heavy, it is claimed to produce a light and cosmetically elegant skin feel. Its dual-phase anchoring structure also contributes to long-term emulsion stability.
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