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Key benefits: Hydration.

Glycol Stearate

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2-hydroxyethyl stearate

Purpose

A mixture of glycerin and stearic acid used as an emollient, surfactant, and emulsifier. May also be used to impart a pearlescent appearance to a formula.

Rating

GOOD

Category

Emollient, Occlusive/Opacifying Agent

INCI Purpose

OPACIFYING, SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT, SURFACTANT - CLEANSING, SURFACTANT - EMULSIFYING

Benefits

Hydration — Attracts and locks in moisture to keep skin plump and dewy

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At a Glance

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Glycol stearate is a mixture of glycerin and stearic acid used as an emollient, surfactant, and emulsifier. May also be used to impart a pearlescent appearance to a formula.

See: Glyceryl Ester

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