Sucrose Tetrastearate Triacetate

Sucrose tetrastearate triacetate is a nonionic multi-ester of sucrose carrying four stearate groups and three acetate groups. Skincare and makeup use it to stabilize oil-in-water systems, add silky slip, and help coverage go on evenly with a refined finish.
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Ingredient Snapshot

Overview
A sugar-derived emulsifier that adds silky slip and a polished finish.
Category
Emulsifying
Type
Emulsifier

Ingredient Ratings

Overall Rating

Good

Comedogenic Risk

None

Skin Benefits

It improves silky slip and a polished finish while helping products stay evenly mixed over time, contributing to a smooth, uniform laydown of the formula on skin.

Uses In Skincare & Cosmetics

It's used in foundations, BB creams, and sunscreens to support even coverage and consistent feel, and found in rich creams to refine spread and sensorial elegance.

Comedogenic Rating

This ingredient is not typically evaluated for comedogenicity, and no standardized rating is available.

Safety

It's typically considered safe for topical use with a low likelihood of irritation; monitor if you have sensitivity. Avoid eye contact to reduce potential stinging. No common regulatory prohibitions are reported for cosmetics.

Is Sucrose Tetrastearate Triacetate a Good Ingredient?

It rates Good because it supports stable emulsions and improves spread without a heavy feel, with a generally mild profile typical of sucrose esters. As with other surfactants, slight irritation is possible for very sensitive skin or at elevated concentrations, which keeps it out of the top tier.

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