Glycol Distearate Pearlescent Opacifier & Viscosity Builder for Creams, Lotions, Shampoos, Body Wash & Cleansers Premium “Pearlizer” for Cosmetic Formulations Salon-Style Shine CAS : 627-83-8

Glycol Distearate Creates a luxurious pearly/iridescent look in surfactant systems, boosts opacity, improves body/viscosity, and upgrades slip & sensory feel. Helps deliver a “salon” aesthetic in shampoos, shower gels, hand soaps, and facial cleansers.

• Ethylene Glycol Distearate Creates a luxurious pearly/iridescent look in surfactant systems, boosts opacity, improves body/viscosity, and upgrades slip & sensory feel. Helps deliver a “salon” aesthetic in creams, lotions, shampoos, shower gels, hand soaps, and facial cleansers.
• Glycol Distearate is ideal for: shampoos & 2-in-1s, body wash/shower gel, bubble bath, hand soap, facial cleansers, micellar/cleansing gels, liquid syndet washes, and conditioning cleansers—any rinse-off formula needing pearl, opacity, and richer texture.
• Typical use level: 0.5–5.0% (common 1–3%). Add Glycol Distearate to the heated surfactant phase and melt fully (often 65–75°C) with mixing until uniform. Cool with gentle agitation to develop pearlescence; adjust final viscosity with salt/polymer as needed. Avoid overheating/over-shearing at cool down.
• Glycol Distearate works best in anionic/amphoteric/nonionic surfactant blends (e.g., SLES, SCI liquids, CAPB, glucosides). Compatible with glycerin, panthenol, proteins, silicones, oils (with solubilizer), fragrances, and common preservatives. Pearling can shift with electrolytes, high solvent loads, or extreme pH—optimize in your base.
• Use for Pearl Shampoo, Pearl Body Wash, Moisturizing Hand Soap, Creamy Facial Cleanser,Bubble Bath, Creams and Lotions. For best results: fully melt, then cool gently; start at 2% and tune opacity/shine. Pair with CAPB + a viscosity builder for stable, elegant “pearl” rinses.