Arlacel 165

For over forty years, ARLACEL 165 has been the industry standard, acid-stable, self-emulsifying glyceryl monostearate. The primary use for ARLACEL 165 is an emulsifier for creams and lotions that are rich in non-polar oils and waxes. Because it is a nonionic emulsifier, ARLACEL 165 will tolerate the addition of acidic actives and salts and emulsions made with them can be pH adjusted to between 4.5 and as high as 9. Other known functions for ARLACEL 165 are as an opacifier in clear cleansing systems (2 to 5%), as an emulsifier in anhydrous cream bases (5 to 25%), as a wetting agent for antiperspirant salts in sticks (2 to 5%) and as a dispersant for unique bath oil products.