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stabilizers
Stabilizers in cosmetics:
effect and use
Stabilizers play a crucial role in cosmetics to keep products consistent in their texture, color and effectiveness. They prevent components from separating, guarantee consistency and ensure a pleasant feeling on the skin. Without stabilizers, many cosmetic products could quickly lose their effectiveness or separate into their components.
In this article we take a closer look at the most important stabilizers in cosmetics and their function.
What are stabilizers?
Stabilizers prevent the ingredients from separating and contribute to the stability of the products. Their function is particularly essential in emulsions, where oil and water come into contact. They ensure that products remain homogeneous throughout their entire lifespan.
Types of stabilizers and their functions
- Emulsion stabilizers: These ensure that the bond between oil and water in emulsions remains stable.
- Texturizers: These stabilizers guarantee a consistent texture of the product, such as creams and lotions.
- Preservatives: Some stabilizers provide additional protection to the formula against microbial contamination.
- Color and fragrance stabilizers: They preserve the color and fragrance of the product by preventing oxidation and volatilization.
| Designation | INCI Name | application area | effect on the body |
|---|---|---|---|
| Behenyl Alcohol | Behenyl Alcohol | texture generator | skin care |
| Carbomer | Carbomer | thickener | No skin irritation |
| Ceteareth-20 | Ceteareth-20 | Emulsifier | Skin care, emulsifying |
| Cetearyl Alcohol | Cetearyl Alcohol | emulsifier, texturizer | skin care |
| Cetyl Alcohol | Cetyl Alcohol | texturizer, emulsifier | skin care |
| Dimethicone | Dimethicone | Stabilisator, Emollient | skin protection, water-repellent |
| Ethylhexylglycerin | Ethylhexylglycerin | preservatives | Antimicrobial |
| Glyceryl Laurate | Glyceryl Laurate | Emulsifier | Moisturizing |
| Glyceryl Stearate | Glyceryl Stearate | Emulsifier | Moisturizing, skin smoothing |
| Guar Gum | Guar Gum | thickener | Moisturizing |
| Hydroxyethylcellulose | Hydroxyethylcellulose | thickener, stabilizer | Skin-friendly, thickening |
| Isoceteth-20 | Isoceteth-20 | Emulsifier | Skin-friendly, stabilizing |
| Isopropyl Myristate | Isopropyl Myristate | texture generator | Softening, easily absorbed |
| Lecithin | Lecithin | Emulsifier | Skin care, moisturizing |
| Magnesium Aluminum Silicate | Magnesium Aluminum Silicate | thickener, stabilizer | Moisturizing |
| PEG-100 Stearate | PEG-100 Stearate | Emulgator, Stabilisator | No skin irritation |
| Polyquaternium-7 | Polyquaternium-7 | conditioning agents | Moisturizing, softening |
| Polysorbate 20 | Polysorbate 20 | Emulsifier | Skin-friendly, emulsifying |
| Potassium Cetyl Phosphate | Potassium Cetyl Phosphate | Emulsifier | Emulsifying, stabilizing |
| Propylene Glycol | Propylene Glycol | humectants | Moisturizing |
| PVP | Polyvinylpyrrolidone (PVP) | film former, stabilizer | Moisturizing |
| Sodium Acrylates Copolymer | Sodium Acrylates Copolymer | thickener | No skin irritation |
| Sodium Chloride | Sodium Chloride | thickener | No skin irritation |
| Sodium Polyacrylate | Sodium Polyacrylate | thickener | No skin irritation |
| Sodium Stearoyl Lactylate | Sodium Stearoyl Lactylate | Emulsifier | skin care |
| Sorbitan Stearate | Sorbitan Stearate | Emulsifier | No skin irritation |
| Stearic Acid | Stearic Acid | Emulsion stabilizer | skin protection, emollient |
| Trisodium EDTA | Trisodium EDTA | Chelator, Stabilisator | Stabilizes formulations |
| Xanthan Gum | Xanthan Gum | Emulsion stabilizer | Moisturizing, skin-friendly |
