Emulsifying olive wax

Derived from olive oil, it is a w/o emulsifier, lipogel agent and functional lipid for rich emulsions and a nutritive skin-feel, suitable for skin care, colour cosmetics, lipogels and sun care formulations.

INCI: sorbitan olivate

Properties

• vegetable origin, olive based product
• superior compatibility with the skin
• improves the dispersion of powders in decorative formulations
• improves the dispersion of mineral UV filters in sun care formulations
• contribute to waterproofing by improving the resistance to wash off
• can be used as a lipogel agent, functional lipid or co-emulsifier for o/w emulsions
• froms a protective layer on the skin

Applications, usage

• rich face and body creams, balms, ointments, diaper creams, massage creams, dry skin care, protective creams, colour cosmetics such as lipsticks and foundations, sun care formulations, anhydrous systems, lipogels
• dosage as co-emulsifier for O/W 1-3%, as emulsifier for W/O emulsions, 5-10%
• lipogel agent dosage 1-10%
• anhydrous balms and ointments 10-20%
• add into the oil phase, heat both oil and water phase to 70°C and then add the water phase slowly to the oil phase with stirring with a homogeniser or blender
• emulsion needs 24 hours to reach its final consistency
• optimum oil phase 50-70%
• may need a co-emulsifier or a wax to increase the stability of emulsions

Storage: in a cool, dry place, protected from light

Cautions: do not ingest, keep away from children's reach; cosmetic use