Sorbitan Sesquioleate
Our database includes 1,142 products that contain Sorbitan Sesquioleate.
Explained
Sorbitan Sesquioleate is derived from sorbitol and oleic acid. It is an emulsifier and prevents ingredients from separating.
Specifically, this ingredient is a water-in-oil emulsifier, meaning it helps water dissolve into oil.
Some studies suggest this ingredient may cause irritation in some people. If you are unsure, it is best to patch test.
This ingredient may not be Malassezia folliculitis, or fungal-acne safe.
You should know
Concerns
Acne
May cause Acne
Common acne is known as Acne vulgaris. Acne forms when skin follicles are clogged by sebum, hair, skin cells, or oils. There are several types of acne: whiteheads, blackheads, papules, pustules, nodules, and cysts.
Fungal Acne
May feed Fungal Acne
Malassezia (Pityrosporum) folliculitis is a skin condition with acne-like breakouts caused by malassezia, a type of yeast.
What it does
Emulsifying
The act of emulsion: a suspension of small globules of one liquid in a second liquid with which the first will not mix
Prevalence
Uncommon
Percentage of products that contain it
2%
Top categories
Makeup
Moisturizers
Sunscreens
Position
Predominant list placement
Top 50%
References
Products with Sorbitan Sesquioleate
CosIng Data
CosIng ID
38185
INCI Name
SORBITAN SESQUIOLEATE
INN Name
serbitan sesquioleate
EC #
 232-360-1
All Functions
Emulsifying
