MACKESTER® GSV

Glycol Esters
Written By Ashley Sills

Glycol Stearate

MACKESTER® GSV is a >85% vegetable-derived grade of ethylene glycol monostearate synthesized for cosmetic formulations. It is an excellent opacifier and pearl producing agent for lotions, creams, shampoos, and hand cleansers. It is a low HLB emulsifier and emulsion stabilizer for O/W and W/O systems. MACKESTER® GSV is soluble in hydrocarbons, esters, ketones, chlorinated hydrocarbons and insoluble in water.

PRINCIPLE USES

  • Hand Soaps

  • Face & Body Cleansers

  • Shampoos

  • Lotions & Creams

BENEFITS

  • Secondary surfactant

  • Boosts foam properties

  • Builds viscosity

  • Salt free

  • Low pH stable

  • Conditioning properties at pH 3-6

  • Preservative Free

For more information, such as usage levels and formulation tips, download the technical data sheet.

Ashley Sills
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