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Moumoujus

ALUMINUM ISOSTEARATES/STEARATES.

Valuable / ANTICAKING, EMULSION STABILISING, OPACIFYING, VISCOSITY CONTROLLING

This ingredient functions as an oil-gelling agent and emulsion stabilizer, enhancing product texture and delivering a silky skin feel. It also works as an opacifier and anticaking agent in various formulations.

Summary

viscosity controlling emulsion stabilising anticaking opacifying emollient

Science

Mechanism of Action

It increases viscosity in oil and silicone systems by forming a crystalline lattice structure upon cooling. This mechanism stabilizes emulsions and contributes to its emollient properties.

Research

Clinical Evidence

Low confidence
Effective range N/A
Optimal

N/A

Transparency

Dusting Analysis

Not commonly dusted

The Formula

Formulation

Solubility
Oil
Optimal pH N/A
0 7 14

Stability

Heat-stable, requiring 115-150°C for dissolution in oils, then gelling upon cooling. Decomposes in hot mineral acids.

Conflicts

  • Hot mineral acids
  • Strong oxidizing agents

Safety

Safety Profile

CIR Status
Safe as used
Max tested
7.2%
Sensitization risk Low

The CIR Expert Panel (2019) deemed it safe when non-irritating, with 7.2% as the highest reported use in face powders.

Your Skin

Skin Compatibility

Yes Normal
Yes Dry
Yes Oily
Yes Sensitive
Irritancy Low
Comedogenicity Low

Our Assessment

Verdict

Valuable

This versatile ingredient is valuable for its multifunctional formulation benefits and good skin compatibility, providing a silky texture and enhancing product stability.

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