Polyethylene Glycol 150 Distearate (PEG 150 Distearate)

INCI Name: Polyethylene Glycol 150 Distearate
Alternative Names: PEG-150 Distearate, PEG Distearate
Country of Origin: India

Description:

Polyethylene Glycol 150 Distearate (PEG 150 Distearate) is a white, waxy solid that works as a thickener, stabilizer, and pearlizing agent in cosmetic and personal care products. It is made from combining stearic acid (a fatty acid) with polyethylene glycol. This ingredient gives creams, lotions, and shampoos a rich, smooth look and feel. It is gentle on the skin and safe for regular use.

Benefits and Uses:

• Acts as a thickener to give products a creamy, stable texture that is pleasant to apply.
• Works as a pearlizing agent, giving shampoos, body washes, and soaps a shiny, luxurious appearance.
• Helps to stabilize emulsions so that oil and water do not separate over time.
• Improves the spreadability of creams and lotions, making them easy to apply on skin or hair.
• Enhances foam quality in shampoos and body washes, giving a richer lather.
• Suitable for a wide range of cosmetic products including hair conditioners, face washes, shower gels, and hand creams.

Concentration and Solubility:

• Typical use level: 1% to 5% depending on the product type and texture needed.
• Soluble in heated oil phase

How to Use:

• Add to the heated oil phase of your formulation until fully melted.
• Blend with the water phase during emulsification to get a smooth and stable product.