thickener · emollient
Polyhydroxystearic Acid
Generally safe·Moderate evidence
A stearic acid derivative used to thicken and stabilize formulations while providing mild emollient properties. Graded low concern with no documented sensitization or safety issues.
Products with Polyhydroxystearic Acid
- 100Blue LizardSensitive Mineral Sunscreen Lotion
- 100iS ClinicalEclipse SPF 50+ - Daily Mineral Sunscreen
- 100Tower28SOS FaceGuard SPF 30
- 100VanicreamFacial Moisturizer Broad Spectrum SPF 30
- 100Augustinus BaderThe Rich Eye Cream
- 99Sun BumSignature SPF 50 Tinted Sunscreen Face Stick
- 99KosasRevealer Concealer
- 99e.l.f.16HR Camo Concealer
- 99NYX Professional MakeupBare With Me Concealer Serum
- 98Live TintedSUPERBRIGHT 15% Vitamin C Serum Stick
- 97Kokua Sun CareHawaiian Natural Zinc Sunscreen SPF 50
- 97KosasRevealer Skin-Improving Foundation SPF 25
- 96Stream2SeaSunscreen for Face and Body SPF 20
- 94FarmacyGreen Clean Cleansing Balm
- 94DiscoMineral Sun Block
- 94EquateBaby Broad Spectrum Sunscreen Lotion SPF 50
- 94AveenoPositively Mineral Sensitive Face Sunscreen SPF 50
- 93Bite BeautyAgave+ Intensive Lip Mask
- 93All GoodSport Mineral Sunscreen Lotion SPF 30
- 93Soft ServicesSoftware Update
- 93CeraVeFacial Moisturizing Lotion AM Lightweight SPF 50
- 93LANEIGELip Sleeping Mask Berry
- 90EltaMDFoaming Facial Cleanser
- 90MorazPolygonum Sun Protector Cream
- 86NeutrogenaHealthy Skin Liquid Makeup Foundation
- 85CeraVeAM Facial Moisturizing Lotion SPF 50
- 85e.l.f. CosmeticsO Face Satin Lipstick
- 85e.l.f.O FACE Satin Lipstick
- 79Hawaiian TropicMineral Skin Nourishing Milk Sunscreen SPF 50
- 75StriVectinHyaluronic Tripeptide Gel-Cream for Eyes
- 74NécessaireThe Deodorant
- 70L'Oreal ParisInfallible Full Wear Concealer
References
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