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Sorbitan Isostearate

Irritancy: 0-0Comedogenicity: 2-2Emulsifying
Fungal-acne trigger

The details

Sorbitan Isostearate is an emulsifer. It is created from isostearic acid and sorbitol . As an emulsifier, it keeps the water and oil ingredients from separating. This keeps formulas stable and smooth. In a 24 hour occlusive patch test on 56 subjects, 10% sorbitan isostearate was completely non-irritating. Most formulas use less than 10%. Because it's a fatty acid ester, it may not be fungal acne safe since the Malassezia yeast can utilize it as a nutrient source.

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sorbitan isostearate