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Emollient

DITRIMETHYLOLPROPANE TETRAISOSTEARATE/HYDROXYSTEARATE

Updated
78

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.

About

A polyol-fatty-acid ester used as a rich emollient and pigment dispersant in lipsticks and balms. Class is well-tolerated; the only real caveat is a heavy texture for oily skin.

Function

SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENTSKIN CONDITIONING

Skin benefits

  • Heavy-duty emollient
  • Good skin feel and pigment dispersion
  • Stable in oils and lipsticks

Known concerns

  • Heavy ester — may not suit oily skin
  • Limited public toxicology
  • Proprietary blend ratio varies

References

EU

EU CosIng database

European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry — regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.

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