An emulsifier derived from olive oil and sorbitol.
What it is
Sorbitan olivate is an ester of sorbitol and olive oil fatty acids. It is usually paired with cetearyl olivate to stabilise emulsions.
Where it is used
Found in creams and lotions.
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.
It is a technical ingredient used to keep oil and water mixed.
Functions
- Surfactant – emulsifying
- Helping suspensions or dispersions of liquids in a second liquid by reducing the surface tension of the substances to be emulsified.
EU regulation
This ingredient is not listed in the annexes of Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009 in the CosIng data.
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