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Steareth-21

Often labeled as: Classic Emulsifier

The hydrophilic partner to Steareth-2.

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Overall Safety Safe
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Pregnancy Safety Safe
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Comedogenic (0-5) 1 / 5
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Irritancy (0-5) 0 / 5

๐Ÿ”ฌ How It Actually Works

A synthetic emulsifier with a higher affinity for water than Steareth-2. When used together, they create incredibly stable, smooth, and elegant cosmetic lotions.

๐Ÿ’– Why your skin loves it

Provides a smooth texture and rock-solid formula stability.

๐Ÿ’ก Pro Tip

Found in thousands of mass-market and luxury creams globally.

โš–๏ธ Myth vs. Fact

The Myth

It is highly toxic.

The Science

Cosmetic grade Steareths are purified to remove trace toxins, rendering them completely safe.

๐Ÿงด Formulations featuring Steareth-21