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Emollient

STEARETH-4 STEARATE

Updated
82

Safety score · 0–100

Good

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

About

A waxy ester of Steareth-4 with stearic acid, used as an emollient and co-emulsifier. The steareth/stearate family is well-tolerated; only a generic dioxane caveat applies.

Function

SKIN CONDITIONING

Skin benefits

  • Smooth emollient feel
  • Co-emulsifier and viscosity builder
  • Improves spreadability
  • Low irritation

Known concerns

  • Trace 1,4-dioxane possible from ethoxylation — controlled at cosmetic grade
  • No significant concerns at cosmetic concentrations

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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