Very Disliked
Ethylhexyl Stearate
May cause Acne
Some ingredients have a higher likelihood of clogging pores or triggering breakouts, especially for acne-prone skin. However, skin reactions are individual - what causes breakouts for one person may work fine for another. Patch test if you're concerned.
Can worsen Oily Skin
Some ingredients are known to potentially contribute to excess oil or shine, but they don't affect everyone the same way. Skin can be oily for many reasons, so it's always a good idea to consider your unique skin needs when choosing products.
May feed Fungal Acne
Non-fungal acne-safe products contain ingredients that can worsen fungal acne. If you suspect fungal acne, consult a dermatologist for proper diagnosis.
Explained
Ethylhexyl Stearate mainly acts as an emollient that helps hydate skin. It can also be used to reduce the greasiness of oils in a formula.
Because this ingredient contains a C18 fatty acid chain, it may not be Malassezia/fungal acne safe. This is because the Malassezia yeast potentially feeds on C11-C24 fatty acids.
This ingredient is an ester of 2-ethylhexyl alcohol and stearic acid.
See all 1,144 products with Ethylhexyl Stearate
Users who like it
5%
Users who avoid it
95%
What it does
Emollient
Having the quality of softening or soothing the skin.
Prevalence
Less common
Percentage of products that contain it
0.9%
Top categories
Moisturizers
Sunscreens
Cleansers
Position
Predominant list placement
Top 25%
References
CosIng Data
CosIng ID
33894
INCI Name
ETHYLHEXYL STEARATE
EC #
 244-754-0
All Functions
Emollient
