Caractéristiques
- INCI
- Sorbitan Palmitate
- CAS
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26266-57-9
Il s'agit du numéro de la substance dans le registre du Chemical Abstracts Service. Le numéro CAS identifie de manière unique une substance indépendamment de la langue, du nom commercial ou des synonymes.
- EC
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247-568-8
Il s'agit du numéro de substance dans le système européen d'identification chimique (numéro CE), utilisé dans les bases de données réglementaires européennes, y compris ECHA/CosIng.
- Fonctions
- emulsifying
Pour qui
Descriptif
Sorbitan Palmitate is a waxy, cream-colored ingredient made from sorbitol and palmitic acid. In skincare and haircare, it’s mainly used as an emulsifier, meaning it helps oil and water stay blended instead of separating. It also acts as a stabilizer and can add a slightly richer, more structured feel to formulas, which is why you’ll often find it in creams, lotions, cleansers, and some makeup products.
For skin and hair, Sorbitan Palmitate doesn’t work like an active treatment ingredient, but it helps products feel smoother, spread more evenly, and stay consistent over time. People who like creamy, well-textured formulas may appreciate it, especially in oil-in-water emulsions or more solid, balm-like products. It’s generally considered a low-drama ingredient, though anyone with very reactive skin may still want to patch test any new product, since irritation can come from the full formula rather than this ingredient alone.
Produits avec Sorbitan Palmitate (716 total des dépenses)
Présent surtout dans les produits Apivita (22 produits)
