Ethylene Glycol Distearate (EGDS) - 250g

Ethylene Glycol Distearate (EGDS)

Description:
Ethylene Glycol Distearate is a waxy, pearlizing ingredient made from fatty acids (usually stearic acid) and ethylene glycol. It appears as white flakes or pellets.

It is mainly used in personal care products to give that pearly, creamy, opaque look—especially in shampoos and body washes. It also adds a slight thickening and conditioning feel.

Functions:

Pearlizing agent (gives shimmer/shine)
Opacifier (makes product look creamy)
Mild thickener
Improves visual texture

Usage Rate:

Typically 1% – 5%
Common range in shampoos: 2% – 3%
PEG-150 Distearate

Description:
PEG-150 Distearate is a water-soluble thickener and emulsifier derived from stearic acid and polyethylene glycol.

Unlike EGDS, it does not create a pearly effect, but it is excellent for building viscosity in surfactant systems.

Functions:

Thickener (primary role)
Emulsifier
Stabilizer in surfactant systems
Improves texture and flow

Usage Rate:

Typically 0.5% – 3%
Can go up to 5% depending on thickness needed
Key Differences (EGDS vs PEG-150 Distearate)
Feature EGDS PEG-150 Distearate
Main Role Pearlizing agent Thickener
Appearance effect Shiny / pearly No visual effect
Solubility Not fully water-soluble Water-soluble
Texture impact Slight thickening Strong thickening
Typical use Shampoos, body wash (for look) Shampoos, cleansers (for viscosity)
Simple Way to Think About It
EGDS = for LOOK (pearl/shimmer)
PEG-150 Distearate = for THICKNESS (viscosity control)