Sorbitan Sesquistearate

Sorbitan Sesquistearate is a cosmetic ingredient used as a surfactant - emulsifying agent. It is used in 6 products in our dataset. It is regulated in the EU (listed in a Cosmetics Regulation annex).

INCI nameSORBITAN SESQUISTEARATE
FunctionSURFACTANT - EMULSIFYING
CAS number51938-44-4
EC number257-529-7
Prevalence6 products (0.01% of dataset)
Most used inMakeup
EU statusRestricted (annex )

Used in

Concealers 50%Deodorant 16.7%Eyeshadows 16.7%Lipsticks 16.7%

Frequently asked

What does Sorbitan Sesquistearate do in skincare?
Sorbitan Sesquistearate functions as a surfactant - emulsifying agent in cosmetic formulas.
Is Sorbitan Sesquistearate 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 Sesquistearate?
It is most commonly found in Makeup products, especially concealers (50% of its uses).

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