Glyceryl Mono Stearate SE (GMS SE) is an ingredient used in cosmetics and hair care products for its many properties, including: 

• Emulsifying: GMS SE helps prevent ingredients from separating in products like skin creams, lotions, and body washes. It can also emulsify oils, waxes, and solvents. 

• Thickening: GMS SE helps thicken formulations, which can reduce the need for co-emulsifiers in oil-based products. 

• Moisturizing: GMS SE is moisturizing, which helps hydrate and soothe skin and hair. 

• Opacifying: GMS SE can make transparent or translucent products opaque, which can enhance the appearance of pigments and increase the density of the final product. 

• Bodying agent: GMS SE can act as a bodying agent in cosmetic formulations. 

GMS SE is used in many different types of products, including: 

• Skin creams, lotions, and body washes 

• Shampoos and conditioners 

• Foundation, mascara, eye shadow, and eyeliner 

• Face wash, face mask/peel 

GMS SE is generally used at a concentration of 1% to 10%. It is insoluble in water but soluble in oil and ethanol.