INCI Name
Cetearyl Olivate and...
Functions
3 Roles
Sustainability
8/10
Category
emulsifiers
What It Does
A natural olive oil-derived emulsifier that creates stable oil-in-water emulsions while providing skin conditioning benefits. Known for producing light, non-greasy textures with excellent skin feel.
Stabilizes oil-water mixtures
Creates elegant cream textures
Enables layered formulations
Improves ingredient distribution
Technical Properties
HLB Value
9
Hydrophilic-Lipophilic Balance
Ionic Charge
nonionic
Molecular charge type
Viscosity Effect
thickening
Impact on formula thickness
Foaming Ability
low
Lather generation
Ingredient Compatibility
Works Well With
nonionic surfactantsemollientshumectantsmost activesplant oils
Avoid Combining
strong acidsstrong baseshigh concentrations of electrolytes
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Sustainability Profile
Sustainability Score
8/10
Biodegradability
readily biodegradable
Source
plant-derived
Feedstock
olive oil
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Quick Reference
- Full INCI Name
- Cetearyl Olivate and Sorbitan Olivate
- Common Name
- Olivem 1000
- Category
- emulsifiers