Sorbitan Oleate Decylglucoside

AKA: Sorbitan monooleate, Arlacel 80, Mono-(9Z)-9-octadecenoate, Anhydrosorbitol monooleate
Synthetic
Cleanser
Emulsifier
Plant Oil
Clean
Sorbitan Oleate Decylglucoside Crosspolymer is the crosslinked polymer formed by the reaction of Decyl Glucoside with 1,3-dichloro-2-propanol, which is then reacted with Sorbitan Oleate
Formula
C24H44O6
Mol. Weight
428.6
CAS #
1338-43-8
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.
Emulsifying
Forces oil and water to stay mixed instead of separating into layers. The unsung hero holding your lotion together.
Foam Boosting
Removes Impurities
Emulsifier
Boosts Lather
Antioxidant Protection
Reduces Inflammation
Locks In Moisture
Removes dirt and impurities
Enhances lather
Mixes oil and water
Traditional Use
A modern synthetic emulsifier developed in the late 20th century by combining sorbitan esters (derived from sorbitol, a sugar alcohol) with decylglucoside. Designed to provide mild emulsification and skin conditioning in cosmetic formulations.
EWG
1
CIR
Insufficient
Pregnancy
Yes
CIR Safety Findings
Not a Sensitizer
ewg-1
pregnancy-nursing-safe
all-shades-safe
Regulatory Status
USAunder review
EUrestricted
JAPANrestricted
CANADArestricted
Skin Types
all-skin-types, gentle
Best For
General
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
The paper trail
🔬Peer-reviewednone on file
⚖️Regulatory0 listings
🛡️Safety-assessed1 review
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Verified Jun 2026
Data: PubChem · CosIng · EWG · CIR