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What Is Emulsifying Wax?
In cosmetics, an emulsifier includes any ingredient that helps keep unlike ingredients (such as oil and water) from separating in an emulsion. Examples of cosmetics ingredients that function as emulsifiers include polysorbates, laureth-4, and potassium cetyl sulfate. Emulsifiers are widely used throughout the cosmetics industry and are the unsung heroes of many cosmetics formulas that blend and help to keep unlike ingredients together. There is also research showing they can help enhance the absorption of skincare ingredients and may be useful for prolonged topical delivery.
Clinical Evidence & References
Published Research
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Percutaneous Penetration Enhancers Chemical Methods in Penetration Enhancement, 2015, pages 223-241 Percutaneous Penetration Enhancers Chemical Methods in Penetration Enhancement, 2015
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Dipentaerythrityl Tri-Polyhydroxystearate
Film-forming emollient that is known for adding water-resistance properties (popular in sunscreens)
Disodium Coco-Glucoside Citrate
A gentle plant-derived emulsifier that helps stabilise skincare formulations
Egg Yolk Extract
A natural emulsifier derived from egg yolk that helps stabilise skincare formulations
Euphorbia Cerifera Cera
A plant-derived wax that stabilises formulations and conditions the skin barrier
Glycereth-25 PCA Isostearate
A synthetic emulsifier that stabilises oil and water in skincare formulations
Glycereth-6 Laurate
Used as an emollient and thickening agent in cosmetics.
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