Glyceryl Isostearate

Explained

Glyceryl Isostearate is a mixture made from glycerin and isostearic acid.

Glyceryl Isostearate is an emollient. Emollients create a barrier to trap moisture in. This helps keep your skin hydrated.

Glyceryl Isostearate also helps make the texture of a product thicker.

Glyceryl Isostearate isn't fungal acne safe.

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What it does

Emollient Having the quality of softening or soothing the skin.
Emulsifying The act of emulsion: a suspension of small globules of one liquid in a second liquid with which the first will not mix

Prevalence

Less common Percentage of products that contain it
0.2%
Top categories
Sunscreens
Cleansers
Treatments
Position Predominant list placement
Top 50%

References

CosIng Data

CosIng ID 76225
INCI Name GLYCERYL ISOSTEARATE
EC #  266-124-4
All Functions Emollient, Emulsifying