Sorbeth-2 Hexaisostearate
molecular structure · PubChem
AKA: Polysorbate Isostearate, Emollient Ester
Plant-Derived
Emollient
Skin Conditioner
Not Clean
Sorbeth-2 Hexaisostearate is the hexaester of isostearic acid and a polyethylene glycol ether of Sorbitol containing an average of 2 moles of ethylene oxide
Effective at 0.7%
CAS #
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Form
Liquid
Functions
Emollient
Fills in the tiny cracks between skin cells to make everything feel smooth and soft. The "silky finish" ingredient.
Locks In Moisture
Traditional Use
Synthesized as a specialized emulsifier in modern cosmetics chemistry. Functions to solubilize oils and create stable, light-textured formulations.
EWG
4
CIR
Safe as used
Pregnancy
Yes
CIR Safety Findings
Not a Sensitizer
medical-approval
all-shades-safe
Concentration Guide
0.5%
0.9%
0%1%
Reported use
CIR reported use: 0.5-0.9
Regulatory Agencies
Skin Types
●all-skin-types
Best For
Dryness
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
The paper trail
🔬Peer-reviewednone on file
⚖️Regulatory1 listing →
🛡️Safety-assessed1 review →
Counts, not a verdict. A listing isn't a study. The trail, you decide.
Verified Jun 2026
Data: CosIng · EWG · CIR