OriginDerived from stearic acid, a saturated fatty acid typically sourced from animal or vegetable fats, combined with polyethylene glycol (PEG-4). Synthesized through esterification of stearic acid with polyethylene glycol, followed by distillation to isolate the PEG-4 distearate compound.
Poly(oxy-1,2-ethanediyl), .alpha.-(1-oxooctadecyl)-.omega.-[(1-oxooctadecyl)oxy]- (4 mol EO average molar ratio)
Formula
C19H40O4
Mol. Weight
332.50
CAS #
9005-08-7
Skin Types
●all-skin-types
Best For
General
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
Functions
Emulsifying
Forces oil and water to stay mixed instead of separating into layers. The unsung hero holding your lotion together.
Emulsifier
Locks In Moisture
Wound Healing
Antioxidant Protection
Mixes Oil & Water
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