Products

MACKESTER® EGMS is a grade of ethylene glycol monostearate designed for cosmetic formulations. It functions as an opacifier and pearlizing agent in lotions, creams, shampoos, and hand cleansers. As a low HLB emulsifier, it stabilizes oil-in-water (O/W) and water-in-oil (W/O) emulsions. MACKESTER® EGMS is soluble in hydrocarbons, esters, ketones, and chlorinated hydrocarbons, but insoluble in water. It is fully biodegradable and preservative-free. Please submit a document request or general inquiry form if you’d like to access an SDS in another language.

MACKESTER® GDSV is a >90% vegetable-derived grade of ethylene glycol distearate, formulated for cosmetic applications. It serves as an opacifier and pearlizing agent in lotions, creams, shampoos, and hand cleansers. As a low HLB emulsifier, it stabilizes oil-in-water (O/W) and water-in-oil (W/O) emulsions. MACKESTER® GDSV is soluble in hydrocarbons, esters, ketones, and chlorinated hydrocarbons, but insoluble in water. It is fully biodegradable and preservative-free. Please submit a document request or general inquiry form if you’d like to access an SDS in another language.

MACKESTER® EGDS is a grade of ethylene glycol distearate specifically synthesized for cosmetic formulations. It serves as an excellent opacifier and pearlizing agent in lotions, creams, shampoos, and hand soaps. Additionally, it functions as a low HLB emulsifier and emulsion stabilizer for both oil-in-water (O/W) and water-in-oil (W/O) systems. MACKESTER® EGDS is soluble in hydrocarbons, esters, ketones, and chlorinated hydrocarbons, but insoluble in water. It is fully biodegradable and contains no preservatives. Please submit a document request or general inquiry form if you’d like to access an SDS in another language.

MACKESTER® GSTP is a high-purity grade of ethylene glycol monostearate synthesized for cosmetic formulations. With a slightly lower melting point, it allows for easier incorporation into various products. MACKESTER® GSTP functions as an excellent opacifier and pearlizing agent for lotions, creams, shampoos, and hand cleansers. It also acts as a low HLB emulsifier and emulsion stabilizer for both oil-in-water (O/W) and water-in-oil (W/O) systems. Soluble in hydrocarbons, esters, ketones, and chlorinated hydrocarbons but insoluble in water, MACKESTER® GSTP is fully biodegradable and contains no preservatives Please submit a document request or general inquiry form if you’d like to access an SDS in another language.

MACKESTER® GSV is a >85% vegetable-derived grade of ethylene glycol monostearate, designed for cosmetic formulations. It serves as an excellent opacifier and pearlizing agent for lotions, creams, shampoos, and hand cleansers. Additionally, it functions as a low HLB emulsifier and emulsion stabilizer for both oil-in-water (O/W) and water-in-oil (W/O) systems. MACKESTER® GSV is soluble in hydrocarbons, esters, ketones, and chlorinated hydrocarbons but is insoluble in water. Please submit a document request or general inquiry form if you’d like to access an SDS in another language.

MACKESTER® EGMS 6051 is a grade of ethylene glycol monostearate designed for cosmetic formulations. It serves as an excellent opacifier and pearlizing agent in lotions, creams, shampoos, and hand cleansers. It also functions as a low HLB emulsifier and stabilizer for oil-in-water (O/W) and water-in-oil (W/O) systems. MACKESTER® EGMS 6051 is soluble in hydrocarbons, esters, ketones, and chlorinated hydrocarbons, but insoluble in water. It is fully biodegradable and contains no preservatives.

MACKESTER® PGLLA 110 is an EO-free, PEG-free glyceryl ester, derived from polyglycerin and fatty acid. This nonionic surfactant is 100% bio-based and readily biodegradable. Providing moisturization and conditioning, MACKESTER® PGLLA 110 is commonly used as an emulsifier in leave-on skin formulations, especially low-viscosity formulations. MACKESTER® PGLLA 110 is very mild and a good solubilizer, making it an option for use in personal care skin cleansing products for children and people with sensitive skin.

MACKESTER® GOC-18 is a versatile ingredient used in personal care products, particularly in shampoos and shower gels. It acts as a Newtonian thickening agent, improving the texture and viscosity of formulations while enhancing spreadability. Additionally, it serves as an emulsifier, helping to blend oil and water-based components for a smooth, stable product. MACKESTER® GOC-18 can provide a pleasant sensory feel, making it a popular choice in hair and skincare formulations.

MACKESTER® PGLIS 102 is a plant-derived emulsifier commonly used in cosmetics and skincare products. It is PEG-free and has excellent compatibility with both skin and eyes, making it suitable for sensitive formulations. MACKESTER® PGLIS 102 is particularly effective in water-in-oil (W/O) emulsions, helping to stabilize and improve texture while providing a smooth, non-greasy feel.

MACKESTER® Methyl Gluceth DOE-120 is a high molecular weight, nonionic surfactant derived from methyl glucose and oleic acid and is ethoxylated. It is valued for its exceptionally mild, non-irritating properties. MACKESTER® Methyl Gluceth DOE-120 features a hydrophilic polyethylene glycol backbone and lipophilic dioleate chains, making it an effective solubilizer and thickener in aqueous systems. MACKESTER® Methyl Gluceth DOE-120 is commonly used in rinse-off and leave-on formulations due to its excellent compatibility with skin and eyes, making it ideal for sensitive skin and baby care applications. It is often incorporated into sulfate-free or low-surfactant systems to provide thickening and conditioning effects.

MACKESTER® PGLOL 110 is a versatile, eco-friendly emulsifier and dispersing agent for personal care formulations. Plant-derived and PEG-free, it offers excellent skin and eye compatibility with low irritation. MACKESTER® PGLOL 110 is ideal for stable oil-in-water emulsions, enhancing the texture of creams, lotions, and cleansers. Also a solubilizing agent, MACKESTER® PGLOL 110 can also help solubilize active ingredients in skin and hair care products, for example vitamins. By providing mildness, MACKESTER® PGLOL 110 can help improve the efficacy of shampoos, conditioners, and makeup products.

MACKESTER® PGLCP 102 is derived from polyglycerin and fatty acid. This compound is 100% bio-based, is biodegradable and has low toxicity. MACKESTER® PGLCP 102 is commonly used as an emulsifier in leave-on cosmetic formulations, having excellent skin-feel properties due to its high substantiality and skin smoothing effect. MACKESTER® PGLCP 102 creates fine, creamy bubbles, especially when combined with anionic surfactants. It is an excellent thickener with good thermostable viscosity. These properties make MACKESTER® PGLCP 102 useful in personal care cleansing formulations.