๐ฌ How It Actually Works
A water-soluble ester of polyethylene glycol and stearic acid. It is a workhorse emulsifier used in thousands of cosmetic lotions and creams.
๐ Why Your Skin Loves It
Ensures a smooth, uniform texture in your moisturizers.
๐ก Pro Tip
Often paired with Glyceryl Stearate to create a foolproof, stable emulsion.
๐งช The Mixology Guide
Skincare is chemistry. Here is how PEG-100 Stearate interacts with other active ingredients on your shelf.
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Best Friends (Synergy)
Cetearyl Alcohol
Glyceryl Stearate
โ ๏ธ Arch Enemies (Conflict)
Plays well with most ingredients.