{"product_id":"cetearyl-olivate-sorbitan-olivate-emulsifier","title":"Cetearyl Olivate \u0026 Sorbitan Olivate – Olive-Derived Emulsifier","description":"\u003ch1\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCetearyl Olivate \u0026amp; Sorbitan Olivate – Olive-Derived Emulsifier\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProduct Overview\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCetearyl Olivate \u0026amp; Sorbitan Olivate is a premium, olive-derived, non-ionic emulsifying system designed for creating smooth, stable and elegant oil-in-water (O\/W) cosmetic emulsions.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eComposed of two complementary olive-derived fatty acid esters, this self-emulsifying ingredient helps bring oil and water phases together while contributing to a soft, moisturising and non-greasy skin feel.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIts biomimetic lipid characteristics make it particularly suitable for facial moisturisers, body creams, lotions and sophisticated skincare formulations where texture, skin compatibility and sensory performance are important.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSupplied as white waxy flakes, this cosmetic-grade emulsifier is PEG-free and suitable for formulators developing modern, olive-derived skincare products.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eINCI Name:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Cetearyl Olivate (and) Sorbitan Olivate\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCAS Numbers:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 85116-80-9 \/ 223706-40-9\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAppearance:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e White waxy flakes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGrade:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Cosmetic Grade\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePrimary Function:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Oil-in-water (O\/W) emulsifier\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Olive-derived\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMelting Point:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 52–58°C\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKey Features\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOlive-derived emulsifying system:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Made from Cetearyl Olivate and Sorbitan Olivate, two complementary olive-derived esters.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEfficient O\/W emulsification:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Helps produce smooth, stable creams and lotions at relatively low incorporation levels.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eElegant sensory properties:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Supports soft, creamy textures with a light, non-greasy finish.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBiomimetic characteristics:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Its lipid profile is designed to complement the skin's natural lipid environment.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePEG-free and non-ionic:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Suitable for formulations developed without PEG-based emulsifiers.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVersatile formulation performance:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Compatible with a broad range of cosmetic oils, emollients, humectants and commonly used skincare ingredients.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFlexible texture development:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Suitable for lightweight lotions and richer cream formulations, depending on the emulsifier concentration and overall formulation.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCommon Applications\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCetearyl Olivate \u0026amp; Sorbitan Olivate is suitable for a wide range of cosmetic formulations, including:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFacial moisturisers and daily hydrating creams\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRich facial creams and night creams\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBody lotions and body creams\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHand creams and skin-conditioning lotions\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEye creams\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEmulsion-based facial serums\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAfter-sun skincare products\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBaby skincare formulations\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSkincare products designed for sensitive skin\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe ingredient is particularly useful when developing oil-in-water emulsions that require a balance between stability, spreadability and an elegant skin feel.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eFormulation Guidance\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRecommended Usage Levels\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCetearyl Olivate \u0026amp; Sorbitan Olivate is typically used at concentrations of \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1.5 - 4.0%\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e in oil-in-water (O\/W) cosmetic formulations.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSuggested incorporation levels include:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLightweight lotions:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 1.5 - 2.5% for fluid, lightweight emulsions with a smooth, elegant skin feel.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGeneral creams and lotions:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 1.5 - 4.0% for everyday moisturising formulations requiring a balance of stability, texture and spreadability.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRich facial and body creams:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 2.5 - 4.0% for fuller-bodied emulsions with a richer, creamier consistency.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThese percentages are recommended starting points rather than fixed formulation requirements. The optimal concentration will depend on the oil-phase composition, desired viscosity, additional structuring ingredients and overall formulation design.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSolubility and Incorporation\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCold water:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Insoluble\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHot water:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Dispersible\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHot oils, fats and esters:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Soluble\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRecommended incorporation phase:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Oil phase\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRecommended processing temperature:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 70–75°C\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSuggested Incorporation Method\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col start=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAdd the required quantity of emulsifier flakes to the oil phase alongside the selected oils, butters and other suitable oil-phase ingredients.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHeat the oil phase to approximately 70–75°C, stirring until the emulsifier has completely melted.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSeparately heat the aqueous phase to approximately the same temperature.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGradually combine the oil phase into the aqueous phase using suitable mixing or homogenisation equipment.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eContinue mixing while the emulsion cools to encourage uniform texture and stability.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIncorporate suitable heat-sensitive ingredients, preservatives and fragrance during cool-down, generally below 40°C, according to their individual specifications.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAvoid prolonged heating above 80°C, as excessive temperatures may affect the ingredient's colour and odour.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRecommended Formulation pH\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003epH 4.0 - 8.0\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis broad pH compatibility makes the emulsifier suitable for mildly acidic and near-neutral cosmetic formulations.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe final formulation should be evaluated at its intended pH to confirm physical stability and compatibility with the complete ingredient system.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCompatibility Considerations\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGenerally compatible with:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVegetable oils and cosmetic esters\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSelected silicone-based emollients\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGlycerine and other commonly used humectants\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePanthenol and hyaluronic acid\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSelected botanical extracts\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAHAs and BHAs, subject to final formulation pH\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMost commonly used cosmetic preservatives\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStrong oxidising agents and high concentrations of strong anionic surfactants should be avoided, as they may adversely affect emulsion stability.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhere additional viscosity or texture adjustment is required, suitable co-emulsifiers or rheology modifiers, such as cetyl alcohol or xanthan gum, may be considered.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eImportant Information\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis product is supplied as a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ecosmetic raw ingredient for formulation purposes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e and is not a finished skincare product.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIt is intended for use by cosmetic formulators, skincare manufacturers, laboratories and individuals developing cosmetic products.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe recommended usage levels and formulation guidance are provided for technical reference and do not replace appropriate formulation development, compatibility testing, stability testing or finished-product safety assessment.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStorage and Shelf Life\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStore in a tightly sealed container in a cool, dry and well-ventilated environment.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProtect from direct sunlight, excessive heat, moisture and sources of ignition.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKeep away from strong oxidising agents.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eShelf life:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Up to 24 months from the manufacturing date when stored under recommended conditions.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRefer to the product label and applicable batch documentation for the expiry date.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor external cosmetic use only.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCertificate of Analysis (COA)                          \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1048\/2086\/7420\/files\/BYC_Lab_COA_Cetearyl_Olivate_Sorbitan_Olivate_BYC-2026-029_PDF.pdf?v=1791893846\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eVIEW PDF\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMaterial Safety Data Sheet (SDS)                  \u003ca 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