Snapshot
- Overview
- A silky emollient that softens skin and dissolves other ingredients.
- Category
- Skin Conditioning, Tone/Texture
- Type
- Emollient
Ethylhexyl Stearate
Ethylhexyl stearate is a silky emollient ester formed from 2-ethylhexyl alcohol and stearic acid for cosmetic use. It cuts drag and tack, adds softness and glide, and helps dissolve oil-phase actives, fragrances, and some UV filters.
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Our take
Is Ethylhexyl Stearate a Good Ingredient?
Reliable emollient that improves glide and reduces tack while aiding solubilization of oil‑phase ingredients, meriting a Good rating for sensory improvement and formulation utility. It is typically stable and broadly compatible across product types.
What it does
Skin Benefits
Leaves skin feeling silky and conditioned while minimizing tackiness. Increases the elegance of textures for a smoother, more pleasant application.
Where you'll find it
Uses in Skincare & Cosmetics
Found in moisturizers, primers, sunscreens, and hair serums to solubilize oil‑phase components and improve the glide of formulas.
Before you use it
Safety
Low likelihood of irritation for most users and commonly well tolerated. No widely recognized cosmetic regulatory restrictions at typical use levels.
Products with Ethylhexyl Stearate
