Common emulsifier produced by esterifying glycerol with stearic acid. Creates stable emulsions in creams and lotions while also functioning as an emollient and skin-conditioning agent. Widely used and generally well-tolerated.
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Generally safe and widely used in cosmetics without significant pore-clogging risk. The ester structure is broken down by skin enzymes and rarely causes issues even in acne-prone skin.
Moisturizers, creams, lotions, foundations
LOW
Polysorbate-20, Sorbitan Oleate, Lightweight silicones
Glycerol and stearic acid (from vegetable or animal sources)