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Lexemul® EGMS MB

Lexemul® EGMS MB is an opacifying & pearlizing agent. It is a natural-derived texturizing agent produced from premium-grade stearic acid via reaction conditions that insure uniform quality, composition, and performance characteristics. Lexemul® EGMS MB is recommended for use in surfactant systems including hair shampoos, rinses and conditioners, and liquid hand soaps.

Brand: Lexemul (8 products)

INCI Name: Glycol Stearate

Functions: Emulsifier, Emulsion Stabilizer, Opacifier, Pearlescent Agent, Stabilizer, Texturizing Agent

Labeling Claims: Bio-based, Biodegradable, Credo Clean Standard, Cruelty-Free, Halal, Kosher, Naturally Derived, Ulta Beauty's Conscious Beauty, Vegan

Certifications & Compliance: Halal, IECIC (China), Kosher, RSPO MassBalance Certified, USDA Certified

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Identification & Functionality

INCI Name
Glycol Stearate
Cosmetic Ingredients Functions
Emulsifier,
Emulsion Stabilizer,
Opacifier,
Pearlescent Agent,
Stabilizer,
Texturizing Agent
CAS No.
111-60-4
EC No.
203-886-9
Technologies
Cosmetic Ingredients
Product Families
Cosmetic Ingredients — Functionals
Emulsifiers, Solubilizers & Dispersants,
Stabilizers,
Texturizers & Fillers,
Visual Modifiers
Primary Feedstocks
  • Palm
  • Petrochemical

Features & Benefits

Benefit Claims
Emulsifying,
Opacifying,
Pearlescent Effect,
Stabilizing,
Texturizing
Labeling Claims
Bio-based,
Biodegradable,
Credo Clean Standard,
Cruelty-Free,
Halal,
Kosher,
Naturally Derived,
Ulta Beauty's Conscious Beauty,
Vegan
Product Features & Benefits
  • High quality glycol stearate
  • Create opaque formulas
  • Create pearlized effect for shampoos and conditioners

Applications & Uses

Markets
Personal Care
Applications
Personal Care — Beauty & Care
Bath & Shower,
Hair Care,
Skin Care,
Sun Care
Personal Care — Personal Hygiene
Hand Hygiene
Application Format
Bar,
Creams,
Leave On,
Lotions,
Rinse Off
Color Cosmetic Applications
Concealer
Hair Care Applications
Hair Conditioner,
Shampoos & Rinses
Personal Hygiene Applications
Hand Soap,
Liquid Hand Soap
Skin Care Applications
Body Cream,
Body Lotion
Use Level
1 - 5%
Product Applications
  • Shampoos
  • Hair Conditioners
  • Hand Soaps
  • Skincare
  • Body Care
  • Sun Care
Instruction for Use

Add to oil phase or water phase in surfactant system and heat to 75°C

Properties

Physical Form
Flakes,
Solid
Typical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Natural Origin Index0.9--
Biobased Content95.0%-

Regulatory & Compliance

Certifications & Compliance
Halal,
IECIC (China),
Kosher,
RSPO MassBalance Certified,
USDA Certified
Standards & Certifications
  • USDA Certified Biobased Content
  • Readily Biodegradable
  • Clean Beauty Preferred
  • China IECIC Listed
  • Halal Certified
  • Vegan & Cruelty-free
  • RSPO Mass Balanced Certified
  • Kosher Compliant
  • ChemFORWARD SAFER