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Glycerol Stearates

Glycol Stearates are esters derived from stearic acid and glycols.
They are widely used as Opacifiers, Pearlizers, Emollients, and Emulsifiers in personal care and cosmetic formulations due to their ability to improve texture and provide a luxurious appearance.

Key Features

Opacifying Effect: Imparts a pearlescent or creamy appearance to formulations.
Emollient Properties: Provides a smooth, soft feel to the skin.
Emulsification: Helps stabilize oil-in-water (O/W) emulsions.
Thickening Agent: Improves the viscosity and texture of formulations.
Versatility: Compatible with a wide range of surfactants and other ingredients.

SSPL offers EGMS / EGDS.

Ethylene glycol monostearate
- It is an ester of ethylene glycol and stearic acid
- Pearlizing and opacifying agent for shampoos, body washes and face washes
- It is also used as a secondary emulsifier in creams, lotions and conditioners
- Used in hair products as a wetting and dispersing agent
- SSPLs EGMS is completely naturally derived and is hence biodegradable
Ethylene glycol distearate
- It is a diester of ethylene glycol with stearic acid
- Used for pearlizing formulations like shampoos and shower gels giving a brilliant lustre
- It aids emulsion and thickens formulations
- Also acts as an opacifier due to its limited solubility
- SSPLs EGMS is completely naturally derived and is hence biodegradable