Snapshot
- Overview
- An emulsifier that blends oil and water for even color distribution.
- Category
- Emulsifying, Cleansing
- Type
- Emulsifier
Sorbeth-30 Tetraoleate
A PEG-modified sorbitan ester of oleic acid; a nonionic, oil-soluble surfactant and emulsifier. Used to blend oils with water, wet pigments, and build stable textures in cleansers, liquid makeup, and hybrid formats.
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Our take
Is Sorbeth-30 Tetraoleate a Good Ingredient?
It rates Good as a stable, effective nonionic PEG emulsifier that improves oil-water mixing and wash-off with typically low irritation. It's Good rather than Great because its benefits are functional and it can sting if it migrates into the eyes.
What it does
Skin Benefits
It encourages uniform blending between oil and water phases and boosts color distribution in makeup, supporting a consistent, non-greasy feel.
Where you'll find it
Uses in Skincare & Cosmetics
It's used in face washes, micellar-style removers, and liquid foundations to maintain stability and assist wash-off.
Before you use it
Safety
It's usually well tolerated with low irritation potential; minimize eye exposure to prevent stinging. No widely reported regulatory limitations apply at customary cosmetic concentrations.
Products with Sorbeth-30 Tetraoleate
