Polyglyceryl-3 Stearate
May feed Fungal Acne
Fungal acne-safe products avoid ingredients that feed Malassezia yeast, the cause of fungal acne. Unlike regular acne, fungal acne appears as small, uniform bumps and won't respond to typical acne treatments. If you suspect fungal acne, consult a dermatologist for proper diagnosis.
Explained
This ingredient comes from glycerin and stearic acid. It has emulsifying properties.
Due to its stearic acid (which is a fatty acid) base, this ingredient may not be Malassezia folliculitis, or fungal acne, safe.
See all 193 products with Polyglyceryl-3 Stearate
What it does
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
Moisturizers
Eye Care
Treatments
Position
Predominant list placement
Top 25%
Products with Polyglyceryl-3 Stearate
CosIng Data
CosIng ID
78904
INCI Name
POLYGLYCERYL-3 STEARATE
EC #
 248-403-2
All Functions
Emulsifying