Polyglyceryl-3 Stearate
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
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 214 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
Treatments
Eye Care
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