Emollient
STEARYL LACTATE
Safety score · 0–100
Good
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
About
A stearyl ester of lactic acid used as a skin-conditioning emollient and emulsifier. Naturally derived feel ingredient with a clean cosmetic safety profile.
Function
Skin benefits
- Skin conditioning emollient
- pH buffering from lactate
- Mild emulsifier
Known concerns
- No significant concerns at cosmetic concentrations
- Mild irritation at very high %
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry — regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
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