Suncoast Olivem 1000

Suncoast Olivem 1000 — Technical & Clean Standards Overview

Suncoast Olivem 1000 is a naturally derived, multifunctional emulsifier and co-emulsifier obtained from olive oil and cetearyl olivate (derived from olive fatty acids) and sorbitan olivate (derived from sugar alcohol). It is a creamy, waxy solid with excellent dispersibility in oils and water, making it suitable for forming stable oil-in-water emulsions. Suncoast Olivem 1000 supports clean formulation practices, as it is derived from renewable plant-based sources, does not involve parabens, ethoxylation, or petrochemical modification, and is compatible with organic and natural-leaning formulations.

In cosmetic and personal care formulations, Suncoast Olivem 1000 functions primarily as an emulsifier and co-emulsifier, providing smooth texture, stable viscosity, and enhanced skin feel. It forms elegant, non-greasy creams, lotions, and serums with good spreadability, emollience, and hydration properties. It is particularly well-suited for formulations targeting sensitive or dry skin due to its mildness and biocompatibility.

From a Clean Standards and safety profile perspective, Suncoast Olivem 1000 is biodegradable, non-comedogenic, and generally well tolerated by the skin. Its plant-based origin and minimal processing make it compatible with “clean,” natural, and organic formulations.

Ingredient Identification

INCI Name: Cetearyl Olivate, Sorbitan Olivate
CAS Numbers: 90063-03-9 (Cetearyl Olivate), 1338-43-8 (Sorbitan Olivate)

Physical & Technical Properties

• Appearance: Creamy waxy solid or flakes

• Solubility: Soluble in oils; dispersible in water when heated

• Melting Point: Typically 35–45°C

• Functional Role: Emulsifier, co-emulsifier, stabilizer

• Typical Usage Levels (Skincare & Personal Care)

  • Lotions & Creams: 2–8% (oil-in-water emulsions)

  • Serums & Light Moisturizers: 1–4% (light texture emulsions)

  • Suncare & Rich Body Creams: 3–6% (stable O/W systems)

  • Hair Conditioners & Styling Creams: 2–5% (emulsion stabilization)
    Usage levels may vary depending on oil phase content, desired viscosity, and formulation type.

Formulation Compatibility & Common Combinations

Suncoast Olivem 1000 is commonly combined with:

• Other natural emulsifiers (e.g., glyceryl stearate, lecithin) for texture tuning

• Humectants such as glycerin, sodium PCA, or hyaluronic acid

• Oils and butters (e.g., jojoba, shea butter, squalane) for emollience

• Preservatives compatible with mild, low-irritation systems (e.g., potassium sorbate, sodium benzoate)
  It is recommended to dissolve Suncoast Olivem 1000 in the oil phase and combine with the water phase at elevated temperature (typically 70–75°C) to ensure homogeneous emulsification.

Regulatory & Safety Notes

• Regulatory Status: Globally accepted for cosmetic use

• California Proposition 65: Not listed

• EWG Context: Low hazard, generally recognized as safe for cosmetic use

• Irritation & Sensitization: Mild, low risk of irritation

• Clean Beauty Compatibility: Fully compatible with natural, organic, and clean beauty standards