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Skin Conditioning

HYDROXYSTEARIC ACID/ADIPIC ACID/GLYCERIN CROSSPOLYMER

Updated
72

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

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

About

A glycerin/adipic acid/hydroxystearate polyester crosspolymer — texture modifier and emollient. Generally inert, but limited dedicated cosmetic safety data.

Function

SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENTSURFACTANT - EMULSIFYINGEMULSION STABILISINGSKIN CONDITIONING - OCCLUSIVE

Skin benefits

  • Polyester crosspolymer for texture and stability
  • Skin-conditioning emollient feel
  • Inert film former

Known concerns

  • Mystery polymer — limited public toxicology data
  • Possible residual monomer in low-grade material

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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