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Ingredient Facts
Sorbeth-6 hexastearate
AKA: Polysorbate 6 Hexastearate
Surfactant · Emulsifying · EWG: 4
Plant-Derived
Cleanser
Emulsifier
Plant Oil
Not Clean
1,4-Anhydro-D-glucitol, poly(oxy-1,2-ethanediyl) derivatives, hexaesters with octadecanoic acid (6 mol EO average molar ratio)
Effective at 0.7%
CAS #
66828-20-4
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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
Synthetic emulsifier developed in the mid-20th century as part of the polysorbate family. Designed to stabilize cosmetic formulations using sorbitol with multiple stearic acid esters.