Glyceryl Stearate

* A naturally derived fatty acid, most often used as an emulsifier

Functions:

Glyceryl Stearate is derived from palm kernel, vegetable or soy oil and is also found naturally in the human body. It acts as a lubricant on the skin’s surface, which gives the skin a soft and smooth appearance (Source). It easily penetrates the skin and slows the loss of water from the skin by forming a barrier on the skin’s surface. It has been shown to protect skin from free-radical damage as well.

Chemically, Glyceryl Stearate is used to stabilize products, decrease water evaporation, make products freeze-resistant, and keep them from forming surface crusts. Glyceryl Stearate reduces the greasiness of oils used in certain cosmetics and personal care products, according to CosmeticsInfo.org.

Safety Measures/Side Effects:

Glyceryl Stearate is approved by The Cosmetic Ingredient Review board and has received the GRAS (Generally Recognized as Safe) rating from the FDA.

Recommended Products w/ Glyceryl Stearate:

Arcona Peptide Hydrating Complex ($75 in the shop), BRAD Biophotonic Ultra Elastin Lift (1.7oz/$210 in the shop), Stemulation Facial Serum (0.5oz/$135 in the shop)

Neostrata Lotion Plus Aha 15, Pevonia De-Aging Body Lotion, Nia 24 for Aging Lips, Aviva Organics Sunless Tanning Trio, Skin Biology’s Supercop 2X, Body Shop Hand Protector, Epionce Extreme Barrier Cream, Devita Solar Protection