SustOleo™ GMS-SE

Glyceryl Stearate SE

Olive-Derived Anionic Emulsifier

SustOleo™ GMS-SE is a non-palm, 100% natural self-emulsifying and stabilizing anionic glyceryl monostearate system. Primary emulsifier for O/W emulsion systems

  • Alternative to palm-derived glyceryl monostearates
  • Stabilizer and opacifier
  • Minimizes the need for co-emulsifiers
  • Fast absorption
  • Creates firm structures
  • Creamy skin feel

Suitable for all applications

Standards & Certifications

100% Natural
100% USDA certified biobased content
Natural Origin Index: 1.0
Readily Biodegradable
COSMOS Approved
NATRUE Approved
NSF/ANSI 305 Approved
Clean Beauty Preferred
Non-palm Derived
China IECIC Listed
Halal Certified
Vegan & Cruelty-free
Kosher Compliant
ChemFORWARD SAFER
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Additional Information

How to Use

Recommended Use Level: 0.5 - 5.0% for emulsions

Use Instruction:

  • Add to oil phase and heat to 75°C
  • pH > 6.5 required when used as primary emulsifier

Primary Feedstocks

  • Olive
  • Coconut

For more information about the origin and processing of this ingredient, please request a Technical & Regulatory Dossier.

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