Sorbitan Oleate

Sorbitan Oleate is a cosmetic ingredient used as a surfactant - emulsifying agent. It is used in 453 products in our dataset. It is regulated in the EU (listed in a Cosmetics Regulation annex).

INCI nameSORBITAN OLEATE
FunctionSURFACTANT - EMULSIFYING
CAS number1338-43-8
EC number215-665-4
Prevalence453 products (0.49% of dataset)
Most used inSkincare
EU statusRestricted (annex )
Monthly searches880

Used in

General Moisturizers 12.4%Serums 8.4%Sunscreens 6.8%Face Cleansers 6%Makeup Removers 4.9%Facial Treatments 4%

Frequently asked

What does Sorbitan Oleate do in skincare?
Sorbitan Oleate functions as a surfactant - emulsifying agent in cosmetic formulas.
Is Sorbitan Oleate allowed in cosmetics?
Yes, but it is regulated in the EU — it appears in a Cosmetics Regulation annex with usage conditions.
What products contain Sorbitan Oleate?
It is most commonly found in Skincare products, especially general moisturizers (12.4% of its uses).

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