Glyceryl Stearates
A cosmetic ingredient used as skin conditioning - emollient in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Octadecanoic acid, mono-, di- and triesters with 1,2,3-propanetriol
What does it do?
Glyceryl Stearates is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Skin conditioning - emollient
softens the skin by reducing roughness and friction between skin cells
EU regulatory status
Glyceryl Stearates is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the European Union under Regulation 1223/2009. It is not subject to a specific Annex restriction at the time of writing.
Frequently asked questions
What is Glyceryl Stearates?
Glyceryl Stearates is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Octadecanoic acid, mono-, di- and triesters with 1,2,3-propanetriol
Is Glyceryl Stearates allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Glyceryl Stearates is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Glyceryl Stearates do in cosmetic products?
Glyceryl Stearates is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: skin conditioning - emollient.
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Source: EU CosIng database (European Commission). This page is derived from public-sector information published by the European Commission. · Last updated: 15/10/2010