Ingredient
Ethylhexyl Stearate
2-Ethylhexyl Stearate
What it is
Ethylhexyl Stearate is a synthetic ester of stearic acid and 2-ethylhexanol, used as a lightweight emollient in skincare and cleansing formulas.
How it works
It spreads easily over the skin to soften and smooth the surface, and in cleansing oils it helps dissolve and lift other oils, sebum, and makeup.
What it does
Emollient
Skin conditioning
Concerns to know
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Potentially pore-clogging
Rated comedogenic in common references; may contribute to congestion for acne-prone skin.
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