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SORBETH-2 HEXALAURATE.

Valuable CAS - / SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT

Sorbeth-2 Hexalaurate is a multifunctional ingredient primarily utilized for its emulsifying and surfactant properties, essential for creating stable blends of oil and water in skincare. Furthermore, it functions as a skin conditioning agent and emollient, contributing to improved skin texture and hydration.

Summary

Surfactant Emulsifier Skin Conditioning Agent Emollient

Science

Mechanism of Action

This ingredient, a PEG (polyethylene glycol) ether of sorbitol modified with lauric acid, operates by reducing the interfacial tension between immiscible phases, thereby stabilizing emulsions. On the skin, it forms a protective layer that helps to condition the skin, maintain its integrity, and impart a smoothed, softened feel.

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
Safe with restrictions
Sensitization risk Low

The Cosmetic Ingredient Review (CIR) Expert Panel has deemed ingredients within the broader polysorbate group, including Sorbeth-2 Hexalaurate, safe for cosmetic use when formulations are developed to be nonirritating. Although a specific maximum concentration for Sorbeth-2 Hexalaurate is not precisely defined, other related polysorbates have demonstrated safe usage in leave-on applications up to 11.9%.

Your Skin

Skin Compatibility

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

Our Assessment

Verdict

Valuable

Sorbeth-2 Hexalaurate is a valuable functional ingredient for formulation stability and basic skin conditioning, assessed as safe with appropriate formulation practices.

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