In cosmetics and personal care products, Peg - 150 Distearate is used in the formulation of shampoos, hair conditioners, personal cleanliness products, bath products, and skin care and skin cleansing products.
Uses
It forms a film on the hair and reduces static and is therefore used in conditioners.
When added to paints and dyes, it thickens their consistency and emulsifies them.
Benefits
• Non-toxic and safe for skin
• An excellent emulsifier
• Miscible in water
Usage Rate
It is used at a concentration of 0.5% to 5% of the formulation.
Strengths
An effective ingredient with many applications.
Caution
PEG-150 Di Stearate is a polyethylene glycol diester of stearic acid. It is produced by the esterification of stearic acid which is derived from palm kernel oil or other vegetable oils.
This ingredient is used for its emulsifying and thickening properties in surfactant-containing hair care products such as shampoo and also shower gels. It is even used in other cosmetics applications such as, conditioner, creams and lotions.