steareth-21

STEARETH-21

Data confidence:High

Function

Emulsifier, Surfactant, Solubilizer

EWG Safety Score

4/10Moderate concern

About this ingredient

Steareth-21 is a nonionic surfactant and emulsifier derived from stearyl alcohol ethoxylated with 21 moles of ethylene oxide. It functions primarily as an emulsifier and solubilizer in cosmetic formulations, helping to stabilize oil-in-water emulsions and improve product texture and spreadability.

Found in 1+ sunscreens