Emulsifying Ingredients
PEG-4 Laurate
A mild surfactant that helps toners and gels stay clear and light.
PEG-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil
Helps blend fragrance and oils evenly into clear, water-based products.
PEG-40 Sorbitan Peroleate
Helps oil and water blend into a smooth, cohesive texture.
PEG-40 Stearate
Helps creams glide on smoothly with less greasiness.
PEG-5 Ethylhexonoate
A lightweight ester that gives creams a silky, non-tacky glide.
PEG-5 Glyceryl Triisostearate
Helps dissolve stubborn makeup and sunscreen for an easy cleanse.
PEG-50 Glyceryl Isostearate
Helps sunscreen and other oils spread evenly with a silky feel.
PEG-6 Caprylic/Capric Glycerides
A gentle oil blend that helps lift makeup with minimal irritation.
PEG-6 Cocamide
A coconut-derived ingredient that boosts creamy, stable lather.
PEG-60 Almond Glycerides
An almond-derived ingredient that keeps sprays and gels looking clear.
PEG-60 Glyceryl Isostearate
Helps oil-soluble actives spread evenly for a non-sticky finish.
PEG-60 Hydrogenated Castor Oil
Helps toners stay clear while gently lifting oil and fragrance.
PEG-7 Glyceryl Cocoate
A coconut-derived cleanser ingredient that leaves skin feeling soft.
PEG-7 Hydrogenated Castor Oil
Helps blend oils into clear toners and fragrances evenly.
PEG-7 Trimethylolpropane Coconut Ether
A coconut-derived ingredient that helps cleansers rinse away smoothly.
PEG-75 Stearate
Helps lotions apply evenly without leaving a heavy residue.
PEG-8 Beeswax
A beeswax derivative that gives balms a creamy, cohesive texture.
PEG-8 Diisostearate
Helps loosen long-wear makeup and sunscreen for a gentle cleanse.
PEG-8 Dimethicone
A water-friendly silicone that gives skin a silky, non-greasy finish.
PEG-8 Glyceryl Isostearate
Helps oil and water blend smoothly for an even, lightweight feel.
PEG-8 Isostearate
Helps dissolve oils and pigments so products apply evenly.
PEG-8 Laurate
A gentle cleansing ingredient that also helps disperse fragrance.
PEG-8 Stearate
Helps creams stay smooth and creamy while aiding gentle cleansing.
PEG/PPG-17/6 Copolymer
Helps shampoos and cleansers lather up and rinse away cleanly.
PEG/PPG-19/19 Dimethicone
A silicone ingredient that gives creams a smooth, cushioned finish.
Phosphatidylcholine
A soy-derived lipid that hydrates skin and helps deliver other actives.
Phospholipids
Fatty compounds that help skin hold water for a cushioned, dewy feel.
Poloxamer 182
A mild cleansing agent that lifts makeup, oil, and sunscreen gently.
Polyglycerol-3 Beeswax
A beeswax derivative that helps creams hold together and feel smooth.
Polyglyceryl-10 Behenate/Eicosadioate
An emulsifier that gives balms a plush, velvety, easy-to-apply feel.
Polyglyceryl-10 Decaisostearate
An emulsifier that helps pigments blend smoothly for even color.
Polyglyceryl-10 Diisostearate
An emulsifier that helps makeup and sunscreen wear comfortably.
Polyglyceryl-10 Oleate
An emulsifier that helps gentle cleansers lift oil and makeup.
Polyglyceryl-10 Pentaisostearate
An emulsifier that gives rich creams a soft, non-greasy cushion.
Polyglyceryl-10 Pentaoleate
An emulsifier that helps oils rinse away cleanly in cleansers.
Polyglyceryl-10 Pentastearate
An emulsifier that gives balms and sunscreens a stable, even spread.
Polyglyceryl-10 Stearate
A PEG-free emulsifier that keeps creams light and evenly blended.
Polyglyceryl-10 Tristearate
An emulsifier that gives rich formulas a plush, silky application.
Polyglyceryl-2 Caprate
A gentle cleansing agent that lifts makeup and sunscreen softly.
Polyglyceryl-2 Diisostearate
An emulsifier that helps makeup spread smoothly and evenly.
Polyglyceryl-2 Isostearate/Dimer Dilinoleate Copolymer
A film-forming emulsifier that keeps long-wear makeup even and comfortable.
Polyglyceryl-2 Sesquioleate
A mild emulsifier used in cleansing balms to dissolve makeup gently.
Polyglyceryl-2 Triisostearate
An emulsifier that helps pigments blend smoothly into makeup and balms.
Polyglyceryl-3 Caprate
A mild surfactant that lifts buildup without leaving skin tight.
Polyglyceryl-3 Diisostearate
An emulsifier that helps color cosmetics apply smoothly and evenly.
Polyglyceryl-3 Distearate
An emulsifier that gives rich creams a plush, velvety texture.
Polyglyceryl-3 Lactate/Laurate
A gentle emulsifier that supports soft, non-stripping cleansing.
Polyglyceryl-3 Polydimethylsiloxyethyl Dimethi-cone
A silicone emulsifier that helps sunscreen and makeup apply evenly.
Polyglyceryl-3 Polyricinoleate
A castor-oil emulsifier that makes rich formulas easier to spread.
Polyglyceryl-3 Stearate
An emulsifier that helps creams apply evenly with a plush feel.
Polyglyceryl-4 Caprate
A mild emulsifier that helps makeup removers rinse away cleanly.
Polyglyceryl-4 Cocoate
A coconut-derived cleanser that leaves skin soft, not stripped.
Polyglyceryl-6 Behenate
An emulsifier that gives sticks and balms a creamier texture.
Polyglyceryl-6 Dicaprate
An emulsifier that lifts sunscreen and makeup while feeling gentle.
Polyglyceryl-6 Laurate
A mild cleansing emulsifier that rinses away easily and gently.
Polyglyceryl-6 Octastearate
An emulsifier that gives richer formulas a plush, cushiony feel.
Polyhydroxystearic Acid
An emulsifier that keeps pigments suspended for smoother makeup.
Polyoxyl 40 Stearate
An emulsifier that gives creams a smooth, consistent texture.
Polysorbate 40
An emulsifier that blends oils and fragrance into watery formulas.
Polysorbate 60
An emulsifier that keeps creams and lotions smooth and stable.
Polysorbate 80
An emulsifier that blends oils and fragrance evenly into formulas.
Polysorbate-20
An emulsifier that helps blend fragrance oils into watery formulas.
Potassium Behenate
An emulsifier that keeps lotions and creams smooth and stable.
Potassium Cetyl Phosphate
An emulsifier that gives products a light, elegant, non-greasy feel.
Potassium Palmitate
A soap-based cleanser that lifts oil but can leave skin feeling tight.
Potassium Palmitoyl Hydrolyzed Wheat Protein
A wheat-derived ingredient that smooths skin without heavy buildup.
Potassium Stearate
A soap-based ingredient that creates lather and stabilizes creams.
PPG-13-Decyltetradeceth-24
A mild emulsifier that lifts buildup and leaves a fresh feel.
PPG-26-buteth-26
An emulsifier that blends fragrance and oil into watery formulas.
PPG-5-Ceteth-10 Phosphate
An emulsifier that helps mix oil and water and lifts away impurities.
PPG-5-Ceteth-20
An emulsifier that disperses oils and supports gentle cleansing.
PPG-6-Decyltetradeceth-20
A mild emulsifier used to cleanse and remove excess oil from skin.
PPG-6-Decyltetradeceth-30
An emulsifier that lifts oil and impurities while staying gentle.
PPG-8-Ceteth-20
An emulsifier that keeps oil and water blended for a smooth texture.
Propylene Glycol Stearate
An emulsifier that gives lotions a creamy, pearly appearance.
Ricinoleth-40
A castor-derived cleanser that lifts oil and makeup without harshness.
Sodium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/VP Crosspolymer
A polymer that thickens formulas and gives skin a smooth, gel feel.
Sodium Coco Pg-Dimonium Chloride Phosphate
A coconut-derived ingredient that adds slip and a soft after-feel.
Sodium Dilauramidoglutamide Lysine
An amino-acid emulsifier that adds glide and light moisture.
Sodium Hydrolyzed Potato Starch Dodecenylsuccinate
A potato-starch emulsifier that gives creams a smooth, even texture.
Sodium Lauroyl Aspartate
A mild amino-acid cleanser that's gentle and skin-friendly.
Sodium Lauroyl Lactylate
A mild cleansing agent that leaves skin feeling soft and silky.
Sodium Myristoyl Glutamate
An amino-acid cleanser that washes gently and stabilizes formulas.
Sodium Stearate
A soap-forming ingredient that cleanses and helps bars hold shape.
Sorbeth-230 Tetraoleate
A mild emulsifier that helps cleansers lift away makeup and oil.
Sorbeth-30 Tetraisostearate
An emulsifying ingredient that helps cleansing oils rinse away easily.
Sorbeth-30 Tetraoleate
An emulsifier that blends oil and water for even color distribution.
Sorbitan Caprylate
A multitasking ingredient that helps emulsify and preserve formulas.
Sorbitan Isostearate
An emulsifier that helps creams stay smooth and evenly blended.
Sorbitan Laurate
An emulsifier that helps oils blend evenly into lotions and creams.
Sorbitan Oleate
An emulsifier that blends oil and water for a silky application.
Sorbitan Oleate Decylglucoside Crosspolymer
A gentle cleansing polymer that adds cushion and reduces irritation.
Sorbitan Olivate
An olive-derived emulsifier that leaves skin feeling soft and smooth.
Sorbitan Palmitate
An emulsifier that helps creams apply smoothly and stay stable.
Sorbitan Sesquiisostearate
An emulsifier that gives makeup a silky, cushioned application.
Sorbitan Stearate
An emulsifier that helps creams and balms feel smooth and cohesive.
Sorbitan Trioleate
An emulsifier that keeps oils and pigments evenly blended.
Sorbitan Tristearate
An emulsifier that adds body and helps rich creams hold their shape.
Starch Octenylsuccinate
A modified starch that stabilizes formulas and cuts greasiness.
Stearalkonium Hectorite
A clay-based thickener that keeps oil-rich formulas smooth.
