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INCI name

HYDROGENATED OLIVE OIL STEARYL ESTERS

Hydrogenated olive oil stearyl esters

Emulsion stabilisingHair conditioningreviewed

A waxy mixture of esters made from hydrogenated olive oil and stearyl alcohol, used as an emulsion stabiliser.

What it is

Hydrogenated olive oil stearyl esters is a complex mixture of esters produced by reacting hydrogenated olive oil with stearyl alcohol. CosIng lists it as an emulsion-stabilising and hair-conditioning ingredient.

Where it is used

Found in creams, body butters, lip balms, conditioners and other products with a rich texture.

Limits of interpretation

The INCI list shows which ingredients are present, not how much of each. Above 1%, ingredients are listed in descending order of weight; below 1% the order is free.

As a complex mixture, its exact composition depends on the raw materials and the process.

Functions

Emulsion stabilising
Helping the process of emulsification and improving emulsion stability and shelf-life.
Hair conditioning
Enhancing the appearance and feel of hair. Leaving the hair easy to comb, supple, soft and shiny and/or imparting volume, lightness, gloss, texture, etc.

EU regulation

This ingredient is not listed in the annexes of Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009 in the CosIng data.

Products with this ingredient (42)

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