Showing posts with label Steareth-21. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Steareth-21. Show all posts

Sunday, February 12, 2012

Where to get Steareth-2?

Steareth-2 is a synthetic surfactant composed of polyethylene glycol polymer and stearyl alcohol. It is waxy compounds. In cosmetics and personal care products, Steareth ingredients are used in the formulation of personal cleanliness products and deodorants, as well as suntan, fragrance, skin, eye and hair products.
When added to cosmetics and personal care products, the Steareth ingredients reduce the interactive forces between molecules of other liquids so that an emulsion is formed. If an ingredient such as a Steareth is not added to some personal care products, the ingredients in the product would separate like some salad dressings.
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Thursday, February 9, 2012

What is Steareth-21?

Functions:
Steareth-21 is a polyethylene glycol ether made from stearic acid. It is used as an emulsifier in cosmetics and personal care products, including makeup, lotions, personal cleanliness products and deodorants, as well as suntan, fragrance, skin, eye and hair care products.
Side Effects:
Steareth-21 is considered a low hazard ingredient by the Cosmetics Database. There are some concerns regarding the contamination of Steareth 21 with small amounts of 1,4-dioxane, a by-product of ethoxylation and a known toxin. However, this contamination can be controlled through purification and is not considered a likely hazard in cosmetics or personal care products.
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