• Natural, PEG-free emulsifier derived from olive oil
• Creates light, stable, and elegant oil-in-water emulsions
• Imparts a soft, silky, non-greasy after feel
• Supports long-term emulsion stability without thick waxy texture
• Moisturizes skin by mimicking its lipid layer (biomimetic action)

Olivem 1000 is a self-emulsifying system made from cetearyl olivate and sorbitan olivate, both derived from olive oil. It allows you to formulate stable oil-in-water emulsions without the need for additional thickeners or co-emulsifiers. Olivem 1000 is known for producing creams and lotions with excellent skin-feel, hydration, and spreadability. Its biomimetic composition makes it especially ideal for sensitive skin and natural formulations that require clean, non-irritating ingredients.

INCI Name: Cetearyl Olivate (and) Sorbitan Olivate

CAS Number: 220037-02-5 / 1338-41-6

Solubility: Oil-dispersible

Add Phase: Heated oil phase (75–80°C)

pH Stability: 4.5 – 8.0

Processing Temperature: 75–80°C

Appearance: White to off-white waxy flakes

Odor: Mild, neutral

Molecular Formula: Mixture (complex ester blend)

Molecular Weight: Not applicable (natural compound blend)

Flash Point: > 180°C

Density: ~0.9 g/cm³

Chemical Type: Non-ionic emulsifier / Ester

Functional Groups: Ester, fatty alcohol

Primary Cosmetic Uses: Emulsification, moisturization, texture enhancement, stability support

• Usage Rate: 2% – 8%
• Phase: Add to heated oil phase
• Ideal For: Creams, Lotions, Moisturizers, Serums, Baby Care, Natural Skincare

🫒 Always combine Olivem 1000 with a water-based humectant (like glycerin or hyaluronic acid) for long-lasting hydration and better sensory feel in creams and lotions. It emulsifies beautifully with oils like jojoba, rosehip, and squalane.

✔️ Excellent for all skin types, especially sensitive, dry, and baby skin

✔️ Non-comedogenic and PEG-free

1. Lightweight Face Cream

Use 4% Olivem 1000 with jojoba oil, aloe vera, and hyaluronic acid for a smooth, nourishing day cream.

2. Soothing Baby Lotion

Formulate a gentle emulsion using 3% Olivem, calendula oil, panthenol, and chamomile hydrosol for delicate skin.

3. Silky Body Butter Lotion

Blend shea butter with 5% Olivem to get a luxurious but fast-absorbing body moisturizer.

4. Natural Anti-Aging Cream

Use with rosehip oil, niacinamide, and green tea extract for a biomimetic anti-aging formula.

5. Hair Leave-In Cream

Use 2% Olivem 1000 in a leave-in hair cream base to deliver softness and shine without heaviness.

Rated by emulsification performance, stability, and compatibility across product formats.

Serums
⭐⭐⭐⭐☆ – Good
🟩🟩🟩🟩⬜ – Light emulsions or milky serums benefit from it.



Creams & Lotions
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ – Excellent
🟩🟩🟩🟩🟩 – Provides silky texture and excellent moisturization.



Toners
⭐⭐☆☆☆ – Fair
🟧🟧⬜⬜⬜ – May cloud or thicken watery products; not ideal.



Face Masks
⭐⭐⭐⭐☆ – Good
🟩🟩🟩🟩⬜ – Adds creaminess and glide to rinse-off masks.



Cleansers
⭐⭐⭐⭐☆ – Good
🟩🟩🟩🟩⬜ – Great for cream or milk cleansers.



Hair Masks
⭐⭐⭐⭐☆ – Good
🟩🟩🟩🟩⬜ – Adds body and emulsifies rich oils effectively.



Deodorants
⭐⭐☆☆☆ – Fair
🟧🟧⬜⬜⬜ – Use in cream deodorant bases only.



Eye Creams
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ – Excellent
🟩🟩🟩🟩🟩 – Gentle and safe around delicate eye area.



Shampoos
⭐☆☆☆☆ – Poor
🟥⬜⬜⬜⬜ – Not suitable for surfactant-based formulations.



Soaps
⭐☆☆☆☆ – Poor
🟥⬜⬜⬜⬜ – Incompatible with saponification processes.



Conditioners
⭐⭐⭐☆☆ – Moderate
🟧🟧🟧⬜⬜ – Can emulsify oils in creamy rinse-off conditioners.



Lip Balms
⭐⭐☆☆☆ – Fair
🟧🟧⬜⬜⬜ – Limited use in emulsified lip creams only.



Body Butters
⭐⭐⭐⭐☆ – Good
🟩🟩🟩🟩⬜ – Ideal for emulsified body butter formulas.

Q1: Is Olivem 1000 natural and eco-cert compliant?

A1: Yes, it’s derived from olives and compliant with ECOCERT and COSMOS standards.

Q2: Do I need a co-emulsifier with it?

A2: Not necessarily. Olivem 1000 is a complete emulsifying system for oil-in-water (O/W) emulsions.

Q3: Can it be used in cold process?

A3: No. It must be melted in the heated oil phase (around 75–80°C) for proper emulsification.

Q4: Is it suitable for acne-prone skin?

A4: Yes, it’s non-comedogenic and suitable for all skin types, including sensitive and acne-prone.

Q5: What oils work best with Olivem 1000?

A5: Jojoba oil, squalane, sweet almond, avocado, rosehip — all emulsify well with Olivem 1000.