Sucrose stearate also acts an emulsifier to help mix oil and water-based products. Sucrose stearate is listed as "Generally Regarded as Safe" by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration. Has been shown to help enhance the effectiveness of other ingredients.
 
Add to heated water phase of emulsions (but can also be added to oil phase). Typical use level 2-5%. For external use only.  Melting point 53-59°C (127-138°F)
 
Mild, PEG-free emulsifier & co-emulsifier for O/W creams and lotions.   Film forming properties. Slight foaming properties.  Functions primarily as emulsifier for O/W emulsions, but works also as co-emulsifier in W/O emulsions.
 
Very stable and compatible with blends of performance ingredients, fragrance, acids, and base.