Steareth-10
May cause Acne
Common acne is known as Acne vulgaris. Acne forms when skin follicles are clogged by sebum, hair, skin cells, or oils. There are several types of acne: whiteheads, blackheads, papules, pustules, nodules, and cysts.
Explained
Steareth-10 is an ether of stearyl alcohol. It is a waxy compound used to emulsify ingredients.
This ingredient may not be acne safe.
See all 48 products with Steareth-10
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
0.1%
Top categories
Moisturizers
Eye Care
Treatments
Position
Predominant list placement
Top 50%
References
Products with Steareth-10
CosIng Data
CosIng ID
78982
INCI Name
STEARETH-10
All Functions
Emulsifying, Refatting, Surfactant