Potassium Isostearate
molecular structure · PubChem
AKA: Isooctadecanoic acid, Potassium salt, Potassium salt (1:1), 66469-15-6, Potassium 16-methylheptadecanoate, 68413-46-7
Plant-Derived
Cleanser
Plant Oil
Clean
Potassium salt of isostearic acid
Formula
C18H35KO2
Mol. Weight
322.60
CAS #
68413-46-7
Form
Liquid
Functions
Cleansing
Makes oil and water mix so dirt, makeup, and sunscreen can actually be washed away. The reason your face wash foams.
Cleansing Surfactant
Removes Impurities
Traditional Use
A synthetic surfactant derived from isostearic acid combined with potassium. Created in the modern era for use as a cleansing and emulsifying ingredient in cosmetics.
Skin Types
●all-skin-types
Best For
General
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
The paper trail
🔬Peer-reviewed1 paper →
⚖️Regulatory1 listing →
🛡️Safety-assessed2 reviews →
Counts, not a verdict. A listing isn't a study. The trail, you decide.
Verified Jun 2026
Data: PubChem · CosIng · EWG · CIR