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Hydrator / Humectant

Sorbeth-30

Often labeled as: Humectant Solubilizer

The syrupy, deeply hydrating binder.

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Overall Safety Safe
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Pregnancy Safety Safe
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Comedogenic (0-5) 0 / 5
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Irritancy (0-5) 0 / 5

๐Ÿ”ฌ How It Actually Works

A synthetic humectant produced from sorbitol and polyethylene glycol. It acts as an incredible moisture-binder and helps stabilize complex, highly active formulations.

๐Ÿ’– Why your skin loves it

Provides immense, syrupy hydration without stickiness, and keeps formulas blended.

๐Ÿ’ก Pro Tip

A fantastic supporting ingredient in hydrating serums.

โš–๏ธ Myth vs. Fact

The Myth

It is a harsh detergent.

The Science

Unlike its cousin Sorbeth-30 Tetraoleate, this specific variant acts primarily as a pure humectant.

๐Ÿงด Formulations featuring Sorbeth-30