Hydroxystearic Acid
May feed Fungal Acne
These ingredients are considered potential triggers for fungal acne, but not everyone will react to them. Because fungal acne can be tricky to identify and manage, itโs best to consult a dermatologist for an accurate diagnosis and treatment plan.
Explained
Hydroxystearic Acid (HSA) is a wax-like fatty acid. It is a surfactant, emollient, and emulsifier.
Surfactants are cleansing ingredients. They reduce the surface tension of dirt and grime to be removed easily.
HSA is an emulsifier in certain formulations. Emulsifiers prevent ingredients from separating.
This ingredient may not be Malassezia folliculitis, or fungal acne, safe.
See all 288 products with Hydroxystearic Acid
What it does
Cleansing
To free from dirt, contamination, or impurities
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
0.3%
Top categories
Lip Care
Moisturizers
Sunscreens
Position
Predominant list placement
Top 50%
References
Products with Hydroxystearic Acid
CosIng Data
CosIng ID
34555
INCI Name
HYDROXYSTEARIC ACID
EC #
ย 203-366-1
All Functions
Cleansing, Emulsifying, Surfactant
