Plant derived emulsifier, meaning the "core" of the ingredient was a specific part of a plant and derived from it. This creates a stable and clean emulsion. Also used as a thickener.
An emulsifier and thickener found in a variety of vegetable fats. Also acts as an emulsion stabilizer, emollient, anti-foam agent and lubricant.
A non-drying emollient and thickener that provides a protective barrier to the skin.
Used as an emulsifier and lubricant. (It is not related to rubbing alcohol, which is drying.)
An emollient and moisturizer naturally derived from plants that provides shine to damaged hair.
A natural fatty alcohol, very similar to cetyl alcohol. (see cetyl alcohol) Derived from coconut oil.
A mixture of solid alcohols derived from vegetables - used to create firmness in products.
Stearyl alcohol (also known as octadecyl alcohol or 1-octadecanol) is a substance prepared from stearic acid by the process of catalytic hydrogenation. It is a fatty alcohol. It takes the form of white solid granules or flakes which are insoluble in water, with a melting point of 59°C and boiling point of 210°C.