Emulsifiers
Sorbitan olivate
It often pairs with cetearyl olivate or other hydrophilic partners to build structured oil-in-water emulsions with a cushioned feel.
- INCI
- SORBITAN OLIVATE
- Also known as
- sorbitan olive oil ester · sorbitan olivate
- Function
- Emulsifiers
Ingredient answer
What is Sorbitan olivate?
Sorbitan olivate is a lipophilic olive-derived sorbitan ester used as part of emulsifier systems and as an oil-phase surfactant.
Formulation behavior
How it works inside a formula
Formulate around the supplied blend and active composition, then validate heat, shear, oil load, pH, electrolytes, and cooling.
Where it appears
Common product contexts
- lotions
- face and body creams
- conditioning emulsions
Practical caution
What to keep in view
Choose the system around oil-phase load, process, pH, electrolytes, and stability testing.
Take the ingredient into a working formula.
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