Thickener
HYDROGENATED CASTOR OIL STEARYL ESTERS
Safety score · 0–100
Good
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
About
A highly stable, fully-hydrogenated ester of castor oil and stearyl alcohol — a wax-like emollient and viscosity controller. Hydrogenation removes oxidation concerns; one of the safer structurant ingredients.
Function
Skin benefits
- Highly stable wax-like emollient
- Excellent viscosity control
- Hydrogenation eliminates oxidation concerns
- Glide and slip enhancement
- Long shelf life
Known concerns
- No significant concerns at cosmetic concentrations
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry — regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
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