| Description: | Solid wax that is naturally derived from castor oil. Acts as a texturing agent, wax, thickener and film former. Warm to use. Melting point 50-70oC (122-158F). Saponification Value 90-125mg KOH/g. |
| Benefits: | Solid waxy thickener, providing consistency and emolliency to lotions and creams but also color cosmetics Great oil-gelling agent Acts also as film-former, emulsion stabilizer, sunscreen enhancer, and plasticizer Ideal for creating creamier textures while increasing the stability of emulsions |
| Use: | Add to hot oil phase (122-158F). Typical use level 1-25%. For external use only. |
| Applications: | Creams, lotions, gels, sunscreens, color cosmetics (e.g. eye shadow). |
| Product Number: | RUIOL788 |
| INCI: | Polyhydroxystearic acid |
| Composition: | Polyhydroxystearic acid |
| PurityGrade: | No purity grade applicable |
| Appearance: | Light tan to brown paste |
| Solubility: | Water-insoluble, oil soluble |
| Preservation: | Preservative-free |
| Storage: | Store in a closed container at a dry place at room temperature |
| Country: | USA |
| Animal: | Not animal tested |
| GMO: | GMO-free |
| Vegan: | Does not contain animal-derived components |
| HS: | 3505100000 |