Snapshot
- Overview
- A low-tack emollient that gives makeup a smooth, dry-touch finish.
- Category
- Skin Conditioning, Hydration
- Type
- Emollient
PPG-15 Stearyl Ether Benzoate
PPG-15 Stearyl Ether Benzoate is the benzoate ester of PPG-15 stearyl ether, noted for a low-tack, dry emollient feel. It's added to improve glide, wet pigments, and lower greasiness in lotions, foundations, and sunscreens.
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Our take
Is PPG-15 Stearyl Ether Benzoate a Good Ingredient?
Provides a dry, velvety emollient finish and improves pigment dispersibility, supporting a Good rating for makeup and sunscreen aesthetics. Provides conditioning with a lighter feel than many oils, while remaining broadly well tolerated.
What it does
Skin Benefits
Gives a velvety, dry-touch afterfeel and helps reduce oily residue on skin. Can improve the look of color products by aiding uniform payoff.
Where you'll find it
Uses in Skincare & Cosmetics
Common in liquid makeup, matte primers, and fluid sunscreens to deliver a lightweight touch. Also found in lightweight lotions and blush sticks for a cleaner, non-greasy finish.
Before you use it
Safety
Generally low irritation potential, but sensitive skin may notice slight transient stinging, especially on damaged barriers. Suitable for leave-on formulas when used as directed; no widely recognized use restrictions in standard cosmetics.
Products with PPG-15 Stearyl Ether Benzoate
