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Glyceryl Stearate Se
In Skincare: Is Glyceryl Stearate Se Safe? Comedogenic Rating & Side Effects
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What Glyceryl Stearate Se does for your skin
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Ingredient Profile
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Formulation in Glyceryl Stearate Se
Role of Glyceryl Stearate Se
Active Cosmetic Mechanisms
SURFACTANT - EMULSIFYING
Emulsifying SurfactantBlends oil and water phases into stable mixtures
SCIENTIFIC ANALYSIS
// Evidence: Emulsifying surfactants enable creation of stable oil-in-water or water-in-oil emulsions by positioning at oil-water interface, reducing interfacial tension. HLB (hydrophilic-lipophilic balance) determines emulsion type: HLB 3-6 for W/O, HLB 8-18 for O/W emulsions. Examples include polysorbate 80, ceteareth-20, glyceryl stearate. Mechanism involves forming interfacial film preventing droplet coalescence. Often used in combinations with co-emulsifiers (fatty alcohols) creating lamellar structures for enhanced stability.
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References
Scientific sources
CosmeticsInfo.org, Accessed March 2021, ePublication
MakingCosmetics.com, January 2021, ePublication
Journal of the American College of Toxicology, July 1982, pages 169-192
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Frequently Asked Questions
Glyceryl Stearate Se — common questions
What is Glyceryl Stearate Se in skincare?
Glyceryl Stearate SE is a mixture of esterified glycerin and stearic acid. It’s produced by reacting an excess of stearic acid with glycerin, followed by a reaction with potassium and/or sodium hydroxide. This process results in a product containing Glyceryl Stearate along with potassium stearate and/or sodium stearate.
What does Glyceryl Stearate Se do? / Functions of Glyceryl Stearate Se?
Common functions: SURFACTANT - EMULSIFYING.
What is the comedogenic rating of Glyceryl Stearate Se? / Is Glyceryl Stearate Se comedogenic?
Glyceryl Stearate Se has a comedogenic rating of 3 out of 5. A rating of 3 means it has moderate comedogenic potential.
Does it clog pores?
Glyceryl Stearate Se has a moderate comedogenic rating of 3/5.
Is Glyceryl Stearate Se safe for skin?
Glyceryl Stearate Se has a safety rating of 2 out of 5. A rating of 2 means it is generally considered safe for most skin types. Note: Glyceryl Stearate Se is generally recognized as safe for use in cosmetics by the Cosmetic Ingredient Review (CIR) Expert Panel, with limited reports of skin irritation. It may contribute to comedogeni
Is Glyceryl Stearate Se good for sensitive skin?
Glyceryl Stearate Se has an irritancy rating of 1 out of 5. A rating of 1 means it is generally well-tolerated.
What are the side effects of Glyceryl Stearate Se in skincare?
Known considerations: Glyceryl Stearate Se is generally recognized as safe for use in cosmetics by the Cosmetic Ingredient Review (CIR) Expert Panel, with limited reports of skin irritation. It may contribute to comedogenicity in individuals with acne-prone skin, and while it is well-tolerated by most, those with sensitive skin should perform a patch test prior to regular use. Additional risks: potential pore-clogging (comedogenic rating 3/5).