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Ingredient Facts
Sorbeth-3 tristearate
AKA: Sorbitan Polysorbate Ester
Surfactant · Cleansing · EWG: 4
Plant-Derived
Cleanser
Emulsifier
Plant Oil
Not Clean
Sorbeth-3 Tristearate is the triester of stearic acid and a polyethylene glycol ether of sorbitol
Effective at 0.7%
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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.
Cleansing Surfactant
Emulsifier
Removes Impurities
Mixes Oil & Water
Traditional Use
A synthetic emulsifier created for the cosmetics industry in the 20th century. Functions to stabilize and blend fatty ingredients in skincare products.