Natures Key

Dubai, United Arab Emirates

Glyceryl Stearate, also known as Glyceryl MonoStearate, or GMS, is EcoCert certified, natural glyceryl ester from stearic acid (glycerin and stearic acid) which offers skin conditioning, moisturisation and hydration due to the glycerin component.

Glyceryl Stearateis one of the best choices, for thickening and stabilizing, to use in combination with the lactylates, where it also functions as an emollient, and gives the emulsion more smoothness. Approved for Organic Products

Glyceryl Stearate, also known as Glyceryl MonoStearate, or GMS, is EcoCert certified.

Glyceryl Stearateis the natural glyceryl ester from stearic acid (glycerin and stearic acid) which offers skin conditioning, moisturization and hydration due to the glycerin component.

Functions as a non-ionic opacifier, thickener, and formulation stabilizer, where it also imparts a softer, smoother, feel to your emulsions.

Glyceryl stearate (GMS) is one of the most commonly used ingredients in personal care formulations. But its a material that is not well understood by most formulators. GMS is normally used as a low-HLB thickening agent in lamellar gel network (LGN)-based oil-in-water emulsions, often combined with fatty alcohols.

LGN-based emulsions containing thickening polymers are the most common type of oil-in-water formulations sold globally.

Glyceryl Stearate acts as a lubricant on the skins surface, which gives the skin a soft and smooth appearance. It also slows the loss of water from the skin by forming a barrier on the skins surface. Glyceryl Stearate, and Glyceryl Stearate SE help to form emulsions by reducing the surface tension of the substances to be emulsified.

Characteristics

An interesting characteristic of glyceryl stearate is the ability to make the oils which are combined in the emulsion non greasy, so for example Sunflower can be combined, without adding greasiness to the final product, allowing creams and lotions to be produced which carry the properties of the oil without the greasiness.

Glyceryl stearate can be used to pearlise shower gel, shampoo and hand wash if added in combination with glycerine.

How to use

Heat the glyceryl stearate to 60c 70c within the oil stage of your formulations. Ensure the glyceryl stearate is fully dissolved into your oil stage (use agitation if required) in order to minimise the risk of graininess in your final formulation.

Recommended Usage Level

0 6%

Maximum Usage Level

40%

• Moisture Cream
• Moisture Lotion
• Body Butter
• Cleanser
• Face Mask
• Skin Peels
• Shower Gel
• Shampoo
• Conditioner

At pure usage levels it can cause irritation to the skin.

When blending always take the following precautions:

• Use gloves (disposable are ideal)
• Take care when handling hot oils
• Wear eye protection
• Work in a well ventilated room
• Keep ingredients and hot oils away from children
• If ingested, seek immediate medical advice
• If contact made with eyes, rinse immediately with clean warm water and seek medical advice if in any doubt.

Glyceryl Stearate, also known as Glyceryl MonoStearate, or GMS, is EcoCert certified, natural glyceryl ester from stearic acid (glycerin and stearic acid) which offers skin conditioning, moisturisation and hydration due to the glycerin component.

Glyceryl Stearateis one of the best choices, for thickening and stabilizing, to use in combination with the lactylates, where it also functions as an emollient, and gives the emulsion more smoothness. Approved for Organic Products

Glyceryl Stearate, also known as Glyceryl MonoStearate, or GMS, is EcoCert certified.

Glyceryl Stearateis the natural glyceryl ester from stearic acid (glycerin and stearic acid) which offers skin conditioning, moisturization and hydration due to the glycerin component.

Functions as a non-ionic opacifier, thickener, and formulation stabilizer, where it also imparts a softer, smoother, feel to your emulsions.

Glyceryl stearate (GMS) is one of the most commonly used ingredients in personal care formulations. But its a material that is not well understood by most formulators.GMSis normally used as a low-HLB thickening agent in lamellar gel network (LGN)-based oil-in-water emulsions, often combined with fatty alcohols.

LGN-based emulsions containing thickening polymers are the most common type of oil-in-water formulations sold globally.

Glyceryl Stearate acts as a lubricant on the skins surface, which gives the skin a soft and smooth appearance. It also slows the loss of water from the skin by forming a barrier on the skins surface. Glyceryl Stearate, and Glyceryl Stearate SE help to form emulsions by reducing the surface tension of the substances to be emulsified.

Characteristics

An interesting characteristic of glyceryl stearate is the ability to make the oils which are combined in the emulsion non greasy, so for example Sunflower can be combined, without adding greasiness to the final product, allowing creams and lotions to be produced which carry the properties of the oil without the greasiness.

Glyceryl stearate can be used to pearlise shower gel, shampoo and hand wash if added in combination with glycerine.

How to use

Heat the glyceryl stearate to 60c 70c within the oil stage of your formulations. Ensure the glyceryl stearate is fully dissolved into your oil stage (use agitation if required) in order to minimise the risk of graininess in your final formulation.

Recommended Usage Level

0 6%

Maximum Usage Level

40%

• Moisture Cream
• Moisture Lotion
• Body Butter
• Cleanser
• Face Mask
• Skin Peels
• Shower Gel
• Shampoo
• Conditioner

At pure usage levels it can cause irritation to the skin.

When blending always take the following precautions:

• Use gloves (disposable are ideal)
• Take care when handling hot oils
• Wear eye protection
• Work in a well ventilated room
• Keep ingredients and hot oils away from children
• If ingested, seek immediate medical advice
• If contact made with eyes, rinse immediately with clean warm water and seek medical advice if in any doubt.

Emulsifying wax is an essential ingredient for making lotions and creams. It serves thickening agent in lotions, creams & emulsions. The wax helps bond the oils and water to ensure a better cosmetic product

Our vegetable based Emulsifying wax is sourced fromnaturallyoccurring fats and esters, further processed into a convenient pastille flake form. Emulsifying wax is an ideal medium for the blending of fine creams, lotions and other fluid cosmetics which contain oil and water. The ability of emulsifying wax to bind oil and water in perfect union is unparalleled, and today it remains the most ubiquitous substance in a cosmetic manufacturers formulary. Formulators of natural cosmetics know all too well the frustration that can arise when the water and oil in our creations separate, and emulsifying wax is the solution to this persistent problem.The wax assists in improving the consistency and texture of final products without leaving a greasy film on the outer skin after application. It acts as a mild stabilizer and thickener which ultimately depends on the amount added to your recipe.

In summary;

• Our vegetable based emulsifying wax helps keep the skin thoroughly moisturized, smoother, and wrinkle free.
• It can help reduce skin inflammation and disorders, such as eczema and psoriasis. The wax rejuvenates skin by improving hydration and providing relief to sensitive skin.
• Ideal for dehydrated and ultra-sensitive skin. Great for normal, combination, and oily skin types.
• Itis an essential ingredient for making lotions and creams. It serves thickening agent in lotions, creams & emulsions. The wax helps bond the oils and water to ensure a better cosmetic product