Products Description Glycol distearate is the diester of ethylene glycol and stearic acid. HLB value 5-6 (gives water-in-oil emulsions). Melting Point: 60-63°C (140-145°F). Benefits Has good opacifying and pearlizing properties without thickening It imparts a distinctive high luster pearl Effective emulsifier for creams and lotions but also shampoos and liquid soaps Provides a pearlizing effect with minimal foam depression Use Add to hot oil phase. Typical use level 2-4%. For external use only. Applications Lotions, creams, hair shampoos, conditioners, hair rinses, body washes, liquid soaps,  hair pastes, liquid soap.