Potassium Hydroxystearate
- May Worsen Malassezia Folliculitis
- Surfactant
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About Potassium Hydroxystearate
Potassium Hydroxystearate is the potassium salt of hydroxystearic acid.[1] Its solubility and charge state vary depending on the components forming the salt and the acidity of the formulation, which also affects how it interacts with other ingredients. In cosmetics, it is used to lower surface tension so ingredients can wet, mix, and spread evenly.[2]
Potassium Hydroxystearate Details
- Ingredient function
- Surfactant
- INCI name
- POTASSIUM HYDROXYSTEARATE
- CosIng ID
- 59220
Potassium Hydroxystearate References
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