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Stearalkonium Hectorite
STEARALKONIUM HECTORITE
Data confidence:High
Function
Thickening Agent, Suspending Agent, Emulsion Stabilizer
EWG Safety Score
4/10Moderate concern
About this ingredient
A quaternary ammonium salt derived from the natural clay mineral hectorite, modified with a stearyl group. It functions as a thickening and suspending agent in cosmetic formulations, particularly in sunscreens and other topical products, helping to stabilize emulsions and improve texture.
Found in 1+ sunscreens