Nonionic, lipophilic surfactants typically used for W/O emulsions.
Generally they are water-insoluble, yet water-dispersible
and soluble
in most organic solvents.
PRODUCT
INCI
NAME
FORM
PROPERTIES
HLB
HETAN
SL
Sorbitan
Laurate
Liquid
An
emulsifier with a recommended usage level of 0.5-5%.
8.6
HETAN
SO
Sorbitan
Oleate
Liquid
A
W/O emulsifier and pigment dispersing aid in lipsticks
with a
recommended usage level of 0.5-5%.
4.3
HETAN
SS
Sorbitan
Stearate
Flake
A
W/O emulsifier in creams and lotions with a recommended
usage level of 0.5-5%.
