Very Disliked
Steareth-20
Explained
Steareth-20 is a waxy compound used to emulsify ingredients. It is created from stearyl alcohol.
It possesses surfactant properties. This means it reduces surface tension and helps oils, dirt, and pollutants to be washed away.
The 20 stands for the number of ethylene oxide used to create this ingredient.
See all 703 products with Steareth-20
What it does
Cleansing
To free from dirt, contamination, or impurities
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
Less common
Percentage of products that contain it
0.9%
Top categories
Eye Care
Moisturizers
Makeup
Position
Predominant list placement
Bottom 50%
References
Products with Steareth-20
CosIng Data
CosIng ID
78992
INCI Name
STEARETH-20
All Functions
Cleansing, Emulsifying, Surfactant
