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PEG-60 Glyceryl Isostearate

What PEG-60 Glyceryl Isostearate is & what it does

PEG-60 Glyceryl Isostearate is a PEG-modified ester of glycerin and isostearic acid, used in cosmetics as a nonionic surfactant, emulsifier and solubilizer. It helps blend oil-soluble ingredients such as fragrances and plant oils into water-based formulas and stabilizes emulsions, giving a smooth, even texture. It is common in cleansers, lotions and micellar-style products. It is a formulation helper with no UV-filtering or active skin role.

What is PEG-60 Glyceryl Isostearate?

PEG-60 Glyceryl Isostearate is a PEG-modified ester of glycerin and isostearic acid. It acts as a nonionic surfactant, emulsifier and solubilizer in cosmetics.

What does PEG-60 Glyceryl Isostearate do in a formula?

It helps blend oil-soluble ingredients such as fragrances and plant oils into water-based products and stabilizes emulsions, giving a smooth, even texture. It is common in cleansers and lotions.

Is PEG-60 Glyceryl Isostearate safe?

It is widely used and generally considered safe as a formulation helper. No specific concerns are flagged for it in this catalog.

Sunscreens with PEG-60 Glyceryl Isostearate

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