A water-in-oil emulsifier from sorbitan and oleic acid. It stabilizes creams and balms and is well tolerated. Because of the oleic-acid part it counts as a potential fungal-acne trigger.
Topical application
BLimited evidence. One RCT or several controlled studies with limitations.
A safe functional emulsifier with good tolerance. Neutral for most people. For fungal-acne-prone skin it is among the potential Malassezia triggers.
Irritation potential
LowAllergen risk
LowPregnancy
SafeSuitable for
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Sorbitan Oleate is considered safe during pregnancy at typical cosmetic concentrations. Systemic absorption through the skin is minimal.
Sorbitan Oleate suits: normal, dry, combination, oily, sensitive.
A water-in-oil emulsifier from sorbitan and oleic acid.
The INCI name is Sorbitan Oleate. It may also appear as: Span 80, Сорбитана олеат, Sorbitan Monooleate.
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