Trihydroxystearin.
What is it?
Trihydroxystearin is a texturing and stabilizing ingredient used in skin care and cosmetic formulations. It can thicken oils, contribute to product consistency, and keep pigments or particles evenly dispersed within a formula.
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Trihydroxystearin is a texturing and stabilizing ingredient used in skin care and cosmetic formulations. It can thicken oils, contribute to product consistency, and keep pigments or particles evenly dispersed within a formula.
Where does it come from?
Trihydroxystearin is derived from stearic acid and castor oilโrelated fatty acids, which originate from plant sources such as castor beans. These plant-derived materials are processed into a stable cosmetic ingredient designed to enhance formulation texture and stability.
What are the benefits?
What are the benefits?
- Texturizing: Creates rich, smooth, and stable product textures.
- Stabilizing: Minimizes separation and provides consistent formulation performance.
- Suspending: Keeps pigments, minerals, and other particles evenly dispersed.
- Smoothing: Contributes to a silky, even application and pleasant sensory feel.
- Performance: Contributes to the structure, thickness, and overall performance.
How is it used in our products?
Trihydroxystearin is used in Hydroxytyrosol Paw Balm from "is that Matty?". It is included to create smooth, stable, and luxurious textures. It contributes to the consistency and performance of formulations by thickening oils and evenly distributing pigments or active ingredients. This contributes to products that apply evenly, feel elegant on the skin, and maintain their intended texture over time.
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