Lexemul® T MB

Glyceryl Stearate SE

Natural Anionic Emulsifier

Lexemul® T MB is a 100% natural self-emulsifying and stabilizing anionic glyceryl monostearate system. It is designed to be the primary emulsifier for O/W emulsion systems, minimizing the need for co-emulsifiers in many formulations.

  • Self-emulsifying
  • Stabilizer, opacifier, and emollient
  • For use in neutral to slightly alkaline anionic systems
  • Form lamellar liquid crystalline phases
  • Recommended for O/W emulsion systems
  • Minimizes the need for co-emulsifiers

Applications:
hair care | color cosmetics | skincare | body care | sun care | sticks & solids

Standards & Certifications

100% Natural
100% USDA certified biobased content
Natural Origin Index: 1.0
Readily Biodegradable
Clean Beauty Preferred
China IECIC Listed
Vegan & Cruelty-free
Halal Certified
RSPO Mass Balance Certified
NATRUE Approved
Kosher Compliant
ChemFORWARD SAFER
View Standards & Certifications

Additional Information

How to Use

Recommended Use Level: 0.5 - 5%

Use Instruction:

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

Primary Feedstocks

  • Palm
  • Cotton
  • Petrochemical

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

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