Glyceryl stearate S/E differs from Glyceryl stearate in that it contains a small amount of sodium and potassium stearate. The addition of these components allows it to self emulsify and thus not require both the presence of oil and water.
Glyceryl stearate S/E will bring stability, texture improvement and useful viscosity adjustment to your cosmetic formulation.
Glyceryl stearate S/E is created by the esterification of glycerine and stearic acid. Glyceryl stearate creates an excellent emulsion and when used in combination with other emulsifiers, creates a stable lotion.
Glyceryl stearate is a must have emulsifier in your cosmetic ingredient kit, being able to add emulsion and stability to a wide variety of product formulations.
Glyceryl stearate S/E differs from Glyceryl stearate in that it contains a small amount of sodium and potassium stearate. The addition of these components allows it to self emulsify and thus not require both the presence of oil and water.
As with glyceryl stearate, an a valuable characteristic is the ability to make the oils which are combined in the emulsion non greasy, so for example Sunflower can be combined, without adding greasiness to the final product. This allows creams and lotions to be produced which carry the properties of the oil without adding greasiness to the final formulation.
Glyceryl stearate S/E is useful for adding texture and thickness to oil, wax and butter balms that do not contain water. The self emulsifying properties improving the texture and feel of the final product.
Often Glyceryl stearate S/E is combined with Glyceryl stearate in a cream formulation to increase stability of the final product.
Glyceryl stearate S/E can be used in Oil in Water and just Oil formulations. It's self emulsifying properties bringing viscosity and texture to the final product whilst aiding stability. You can find examples of formulations using Glyceryl stearate S/E in our blog, including our concealer formulation. Click here
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Latin Name
Glyceryl stearate S/E
Cas Number:
11099-07-3
Origin
Vegetable
At pure usage levels it can cause irritation to the skin.
When blending always take the following precautions:
Heat the glyceryl stearate to 60c - 70c within the oil stage of your formulations. Ensure the glyceryl stearate is fully dissolved into your oil stage (use agitation if required) in order to minimise the risk of graininess in your final formulation.
Recommended Usage Level
0 - 6%
Maximum Usage Level
40% (Recommended max, no legal limit)
In addition to our precautions and general safety information, we always recommend keeping a first aid kit nearby. You are working with hot water and oils, accidents can happen, so always be prepared!
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I use this in my oils to thicken them into a Serum paste. It works so well and is so easy to do. Good quality and always fast delivery.
This is very good quality. Very impressed. Super fast and reliable service. Always a pleasure
Thank you, this product is great and instrumental in our formula.
