Advertisement
Binders and emulsifiers are elements that create a stable mixture of different ingredients - binding oil and water together, for example:
- Butylene glycol (also a humectant)
- Polysorbates
- Glyceryl stearate (also an emollient and adds pearlescence)
- Cetearyl, cetyl, and stearyl alcohol (also a waxy emollient that adds
opacity to color) - Stearic acid (also a surfactant and emollient and adds opacity to
color) - PEG (polyethylene glycol for example, PEG-100 stearate) (also an
emollient and surfactant) - Triethanolamine (also a buffer)
- Palmitates (ethylhexyl, isopropyl, and cetyl palmitates are also
emollients) - Ceteareth 20
More About this Book
Simple Skin Beauty: Every Woman's Guide to a Lifetime of Healthy, Gorgeous Skin
What if a leading dermatologist just happened to be your best friend and you could ask her anything? DR. ELLEN MARMUR, a world-renowned New York City dermatologist, answers all your questions with...
Continue Learning about Moisturizer Ingredients
Important: This content reflects information from various individuals and organizations and may offer alternative or opposing points of view. It should not be used for medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. As always, you should consult with your healthcare provider about your specific health needs.