Mildness additive, reduces irritation in anionic and amphoteric surfactant systems. Modifies viscosity at low concentrations. Coupling agent (reduces flaking in carbomer-based systems, enhances conditioning effects of quaternaries). Emulsion stabilizer, wetting agent, dispersant, superfatting agent, water soluble emollient, plasticizer and solubilizer for perfumes and lipophilic actives.
INCI name
PEG-45 Palm Kernel Glycerides
Product details
Physical form at 25°C
- Liquid
Chemistry
- Glyceryl esters & derivatives
Functions
- Plasticisers
- Superfatting agents
- Spreading agents
- Surfactants / detergents
Regional availability
- Europe
- Latin America
- N America
Applications
- Facial cleansers
- Shampoos
- Styling
Consumer benefit
- Sensitive skin
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