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INGREDIENT DICTIONARY

Glyceryl Stearate Citrate

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INCI: Glyceryl Stearate Citrate / CAS #:

Glyceryl stearate citrate is an emulsifier used in cosmetic formulations to stabilise oil-in-water systems such as creams and lotions.

Key benefits

  • Stabilises emulsions
  • Supports formulation structure
  • Compatible across systems
  • Reliable emulsifier performance

Behaviour in formulations

Glyceryl stearate citrate forms stable emulsions when used with co-emulsifiers and appropriate processing.

Heat oil and water phases separately (~70°C), combine with mixing, then homogenise or stir until
stable.

Use level considerations

Use Rate (Min): 2.0
Use Rate (Max): 5.0

  • emulsions: 2–5%
  • Used as primary emulsifier

Starter Use Rate: 3–4% for most emulsions

Typically used at 2–5% as a primary emulsifier.

Formulation summary

  • Oil phase dispersible (requires emulsification)
  • Primary emulsifier for oil-in-water systems
  • Requires co-emulsifiers (fatty alcohols)
  • Builds stable cream and lotion structures
  • Suitable for modern formulations

Quality notes

Cosmetic-grade glyceryl stearate citrate with controlled acid and saponification values, supporting consistent emulsification performance.

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