Polyhydroxystearic Acid

Polyhydroxystearic Acid

8.8

Ingredient Info

Polyhydroxystearic acid is a thickening and stabilizing agent derived from stearic acid (a fatty acid). It helps create texture, prevent separation of ingredients, and improve the feel of skincare products on the skin.



Benefits

  • Improves product texture and spreadability
  • Helps stabilize emulsions and prevent separation
  • Provides mild emollient properties

Science: Limited peer-reviewed data available for this ingredient. It is chemically similar to stearic acid, which has a well-established safety record in cosmetics and is approved by major regulatory bodies including the FDA and EU.



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