Sorbitan Trioleate

Sorbitan Trioleate is a cosmetic ingredient used as a surfactant - emulsifying agent. It is used in 36 products in our dataset. It is regulated in the EU (listed in a Cosmetics Regulation annex).

INCI nameSORBITAN TRIOLEATE
FunctionSURFACTANT - EMULSIFYING
CAS number26266-58-0
EC number247-569-3
Prevalence36 products (0.04% of dataset)
Most used inMakeup
EU statusRestricted (annex )
Monthly searches90

Used in

Eyeliners 30.6%Makeup Removers 22.2%Foundations 8.3%Body Oils 5.6%Concealers 5.6%Face Primers 5.6%

Frequently asked

What does Sorbitan Trioleate do in skincare?
Sorbitan Trioleate functions as a surfactant - emulsifying agent in cosmetic formulas.
Is Sorbitan Trioleate 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 Trioleate?
It is most commonly found in Makeup products, especially eyeliners (30.6% of its uses).

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