Ingredient
sorbitan isostearate
Low risk
Functionemulsifier
What it is
Sorbitan isostearate is an emulsifier derived from sorbitol, used to blend oil and water phases.
What it does
It helps create stable, smooth emulsions and can improve a product's texture and spreadability.
Typical use
Found in creams, lotions and cleansing products as an emulsifier, often paired with complementary emulsifiers.
Safety
Graded low risk as a well-tolerated emulsifier. It contributes to texture and stability rather than any active effect. Patch-test if your skin is highly reactive. This is general information, not medical advice.
Why we grade it Low: Low risk — well-tolerated emulsifier.
Cross-reference
Found in these DHALIORA products
Found in 0 DHALIORA products
Not currently in any DHALIORA product.
How grades are set — Risk reflects our own reading of publicly available safety data, an EWG-style reading shown at the worst-case grade we've assigned this ingredient across products. It isn't a third party's proprietary score, and it isn't medical advice. Always read the packaging and patch-test where indicated.
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