Lexol™ NBS MB

n-Butyl Stearate

Multi-Benefit Fragrance Solubilizer

Lexol™ NBS MB is an essentially odorless and colorless emollient that has applications in skincare, cleansing, nail care, color cosmetics, and candles. It contains 84% biobased content.

  • In nail care formulations - a plasticizer and super fatting agent
  • Coupling agent to aid in solubilization of fragrance
  • Pigment wetting agent
  • In candle applications – aid in fragrance solubilization and low smoke burn
  • Soluble in isopropanol, mineral oil, castor oil, olive oil, dimethicone, cyclomethicone, octyl stearate, isopropyl myristate, and caprylic/capric triglyceride

Standards & Certifications

84% USDA certified biobased content
Natural Origin Index: 0.82
Readily Biodegradable
Clean Beauty Preferred
China IECIC Listed
Halal Certified
Vegan & Cruelty-free
Kosher Compliant
RSPO Mass Balanced Certified
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Additional Information

How to Use

Recommended Use Level: Up to 100%

Use Instruction: Add to oil phase, can be used in hot or cold process

Primary Feedstocks

  • Palm
  • Petrochemical

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

Prototypes Created With This Product

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Experience a whimsical winter with this airy and icy skin cream. It is lightweight in pick-up and after-feel with a subtly crystalized appearance.

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