Glyceryl monostearate is an ester obtained from coconuts or palm kernels. It is used in skin care and cosmetic products because of its great moisturizing properties.
It traps moisture on the skin and hair to prevent dehydration and damage. Moreover, glyceryl stearate also binds other ingredients together in a formulation

Applications :
•Cosmetics and hair-care products
•Food additive used as a thickening, emulsifying, anticaking, and preservative agent.
•Emulsifying agent for oils, waxes, and solvents .
•A protective coating for hygroscopic powders
•An antistatic and Antifogging agent.