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Ingredient Facts
Glyceryl oleate se
Surfactant · Emulsifying · EWG: 1
Plant-Derived Synthetic
Cleanser
Emulsifier
Plant Oil
Clean
9-(Z)-Octadecenoic acid, monoesters with 1,2,3-propanetriol, neutralized
CAS #
25496-72-4, 111-03-5
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Functions
Emulsifying
Forces oil and water to stay mixed instead of separating into layers. The unsung hero holding your lotion together.
Emulsifier
Mixes Oil & Water
Traditional Use
A self-emulsifying variant of glyceryl oleate developed for modern cosmetics in the mid-20th century. Designed to improve the incorporation of oleic acid (from olive oil) while reducing the need for additional emulsifiers.