Multilayer emulsions had better stability to droplet flocculation and aggregation.
1 wt% CTS had a pronounced effect on the microstructure and stability of lutein emulsion.
CTS led to increases of MVI and EI for emulsions due to CTS embedding in the network.
CTS helped to chemically stabilize lutein emulsions.
Combination of WPI–FG–CTS and EDTA or α-tocopherol was an effective method to control lutein degradation.