Glycerol Mono Stearate SE (GMS)
| Description |
(Oil-Soluble, Self-Emulsifying Water-in-Oil Emulsifier) Glyceryl Stearate SE is made from vegetable glycerin and stearic acid, with a small amount of sodium stearate or potassium stearate present as the emulsifying element. |
| INCI |
Glyceryl Stearate SE |
| Appearance |
Flat white flakes |
| Usage rate |
Add to oil/emulsifier phase of formulas, melts at 55°C/130°F. Use level: 1-10%. For external use only. |
| Applications | Moisturizing creams, lotions, ointments, antiperspirant, hair care and sunscreen |
| HBL Value | 5.8 |
| How to Work with It | Include Glyceryl Stearate SE in the heated oil phase of your formulations |
| Scent | Nothing much |
| Approximate Melting Point | 55°C (130°F) |
| Solubility | Water-insoluble, dispersible in water & oil |
| Charge | Non-ionic |
| Why do we use it in formulations? |
Glyceryl Stearate SE is an emulsifier and is used to bring together oil and water |
| Strengths | Glyceryl Stearate SE has the potential to be palm free, depending on the sources for the glycerin and stearic acid (both can come from palm oil but don’t have to). |
| Tips, Tricks, and Quirks |
Glyceryl Stearate SE is not the same thing as Glyceryl Stearate and they should not be used for one another |
| Benefits |
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