PEG-150 distearate

PEG-150 Distearate

Benefits

• Highly effective thickener for surfactant-based formulations — works where salt cannot
• Produces a clear, elegant gel texture without cloudiness or residue
• Compatible with a wide range of anionic, nonionic, and amphoteric surfactants
• Improves the skin and hair feel of finished cleansing products
• Easy to incorporate — dissolves readily in warm surfactant bases
• Stable across a broad pH range
• Low usage rate required for significant viscosity increase

Uses

• Thickening shampoos and conditioning cleansers
• Body washes and shower gels
• Liquid hand soaps and facial cleansers
• Micellar cleansing waters
• Any surfactant-based formulation requiring viscosity adjustment

How to Use

1. Add PEG-150 Distearate to your surfactant blend at the recommended usage rate of 0.5–3%.
2. Heat the surfactant base gently to 60–70°C and add PEG-150 Distearate, stirring until fully dissolved.
3. Allow the formulation to cool — viscosity will increase as the temperature drops.
4. Adjust pH to your target range before final viscosity assessment, as pH affects thickening performance.
5. Avoid over-mixing once cooled to preserve the thickened structure.

Safety

• For external use only — avoid ingestion
• Avoid contact with eyes; if contact occurs, rinse thoroughly with water
• Keep out of reach of children
• Perform a patch test in new formulations before use
• Store in a cool, dry place away from moisture

Specifications

• INCI name: PEG-150 Distearate
• Appearance: White to off-white waxy solid or flakes
• Recommended usage rate: 0.5–3%
• Solubility: Water-soluble (warm)
• Effective pH range: 4–8
• Storage: Cool, dry place in a sealed container