Description: Distilled triyglycerol ester based on vegetable oleic acid, PEG-free. Yellow to amber liquid, bland odor. Disperses in water. HLB value 5 (gives water-in-oil emulsions). CAS# 68605-19-6.

INCI Name: Polyglyceryl-4 oleate.

Properties: Excellent emulsifier (enables water & oil to mix) for brilliant w/o creams with good heat & cold stability, compatible with all kinds of cosmetic oils & active ingredients, very pleasant application properties.

Use: Can be added to formulas as is, usual concentration 2 - 10%.

Applications: Lotions, creams, ointments, balms.

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