Category: Functional / Support

Exploring the chemical class of Functional / Support and how they function within formulations.

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Sorbic Acid

The natural mold and yeast inhibitor.
Functional / Support

Sorbitan Isostearate

A mild texturizing emulsifier.
Functional / Support

Sorbitan Laurate

The lightweight water-in-oil binder.
Functional / Support

Sorbitan Oleate

The classic water-in-oil binder.
Functional / Support

Sorbitan Olivate

The hydrating partner to Cetearyl Olivate.
Functional / Support

Sorbitan Palmitate

The thick, protective cream maker.
Functional / Support

Sorbitan Sesquioleate

The rich, skin-conditioning mixer.
Functional / Support

Sorbitan Stearate

The skin-friendly, sugar-based emulsifier.
Functional / Support

Spiraea Ulmaria Extract

The sebum-regulating, balancing botanical.
Functional / Support

Stearalkonium Hectorite

The clay derivative that stops pigments from sinking.
Functional / Support

Stearamidopropyl Dimethylamine

The silicone-free detangler.
Functional / Support

Steareth-2

The reliable, heavy-duty mixer.