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POTASSIUM GLYCERYL TRICETEARATE/CITRATE.

Valuable / BINDING, BULKING, EMULSION STABILISING, PRESERVATIVE, SKIN CONDITIONING, SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT, SURFACTANT - EMULSIFYING, VISCOSITY CONTROLLING

POTASSIUM GLYCERYL TRICETEARATE/CITRATE is a versatile ingredient primarily recognized for its role in stabilizing cosmetic formulations as an emulsifier and emulsion stabilizer. Beyond its structural contributions, it imparts emollient benefits to the skin and acts as a preservative, binding agent, bulking agent, and viscosity controller.

Summary

Emulsifying Emulsion Stabilizing Emollient Binding Bulking Preservative Viscosity Control Skin Conditioning

Science

Mechanism of Action

This ingredient functions by reducing the interfacial tension between immiscible phases like oil and water, leveraging its molecular structure with both lipophilic and hydrophilic components to form and maintain stable emulsions. As an emollient, it enhances skin softness and smoothness. Its role extends to preserving product integrity by inhibiting microbial growth and contributing to the cohesion and reduced density of powdered formulations.

Research

Clinical Evidence

Low confidence
Effective range N/A
Optimal

N/A

Transparency

Dusting Analysis

Not commonly dusted

The Formula

Formulation

Solubility
Both
Optimal pH N/A
0 7 14

Safety

Safety Profile

CIR Status
Not reviewed
Sensitization risk Unknown

A direct safety assessment by the Cosmetic Ingredient Review (CIR) for POTASSIUM GLYCERYL TRICETEARATE/CITRATE has not been completed, though it is indicated to be under review. Existing CIR reports for chemically distinct compounds, such as 'Potassium Citrate' or 'Citric Acid, Inorganic Citrate Salts, and Alkyl Citrate Esters', are not applicable to this ingredient.

Your Skin

Skin Compatibility

No Normal
No Dry
No Oily
No Sensitive
Irritancy Unknown
Comedogenicity Unknown

Our Assessment

Verdict

Valuable

POTASSIUM GLYCERYL TRICETEARATE/CITRATE is a valuable multifunctional ingredient, crucial for enhancing formulation stability and texture through its emulsifying, stabilizing, and viscosity control properties, while also providing beneficial skin conditioning.

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