Steareth-4
- Surfactant
Not rated A basic ingredient widely used in most products, such as purified water, or one that is not suitable for star-rating-based preference analysis.
TOP 10 Steareth-4 Products
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#1VMV HypoallergenicsEssence Skin-Saving Superwash: Hair + Body Milk Shampoo -
#2GiovanniColor Chic Purple Conditioner -
#3BioSilkColor Therapy Shampoo -
#4BioSilkColor Therapy Cool Blonde Shampoo -
#5CHI HaircareLuxury Black Seed Oil Blend Gentle Cleansing Shampoo -
#6IonColor Defense Sulfate Free Shampoo -
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#10RuskDeepshine Color Shampoo
About Steareth-4
Steareth-4 is the polyethylene glycol ether of stearyl alcohol.[1] The number 4 at the end of the name refers to the average number of ethylene oxide units added. It changes the balance between the water-loving and fat-loving portions, creating differences in cleansing ability, emulsifying ability, and feel during use. In cosmetics, it is used to create emulsified formulas in which water and oil are evenly mixed and to lower surface tension so ingredients can wet, mix, and spread evenly.[2]
Steareth-4 Details
- Ingredient function
- Emulsifying, Surfactant
- Main product categories
- Moisturizing/Nourishing Shampoo, Cleansing Foam, Damage Care Shampoo
- INCI name
- STEARETH-4
- CosIng ID
- 79061
Steareth-4 References
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