emollient

Ethylhexyl Stearate

Evidenceformulation · Tier 4Irritation riskVery lowIn products135

The research

Ethylhexyl Stearate is a emollient backed by documented evidence (evidence tier 4 of 4). We track 1 study for it.

Read the research — 1 study

Journal of the American College of Toxicology · 1985 · systematic review

CIR Expert Panel Final Report assessing seven stearate esters, including octyl stearate (the INCI synonym for ethylhexyl stearate), which are used as emollients/skin-conditioning agents in cosmetics. Reviewing available animal and human data, the Panel concluded these stearate esters are safe as cosmetic ingredients in the present practices of use and concentration.

Products with Ethylhexyl Stearate

In 135 products — most often moisturizers (61), serums (33), sunscreens (14), from $6.00 to $396.24. Set up a profile to rank these for your skin. Click any product to learn more.

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Particle for Men

Particle for Men

Particle Neck Cream For Men

Moisturizer

$59.0050ml · $1.18/ml

★★★★★4.8(1,550)

Ideal for

  • StrongDryness
  • GoodFine lines & wrinkles
  • GoodUneven texture
  • GoodRedness & sensitivity

Not recommended for

Acne & breakoutsAtopic Dermatitis / EczemaRosacea

Caution

May aggravate: Seborrheic Dermatitis (Cetearyl Alcohol and Shea Butter); Perioral Dermatitis (Fragrance); Psoriasis (Fragrance and Lactic Acid); Melasma (Fragrance)

Particle Neck Cream For Men is a retinoid treatment by Particle for Men. Key ingredients include Water, Propylene Glycol, Cetearyl Alcohol.

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Caudalie

Caudalie

Caudalie Premier Cru Anti-Aging Eye Cream for Fine Lines and Wrinkles 15ml

Eye Cream – for Dryness, Fine lines & wrinkles

$57.1515ml · $3.81/ml

★★★★★4.8(5,310)

Ideal for

  • StrongFine lines & wrinkles
  • GoodDryness
  • RelevantRedness & sensitivity
  • LowUneven texture

Not recommended for

Seborrheic Dermatitis

Caudalie Premier Cru Anti-Aging Eye Cream for Fine Lines and Wrinkles 15ml is a eye cream by Caudalie. Key ingredients include Mica, Coco-Caprylate/Caprate, Ethylhexyl Stearate.

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PATRICK TA

PATRICK TA

PATRICK TA Major Headlines Double She's So LA

Moisturizer

$46.38

★★★★★4.8(2,758)

Ideal for

  • RelevantDryness
  • LowRedness & sensitivity

Not recommended for

Atopic Dermatitis / EczemaRosacea

Caution

May aggravate: Perioral Dermatitis (Fragrance); Psoriasis (Fragrance); Melasma (Fragrance)

PATRICK TA Major Headlines Double She's So LA is a antioxidant serum by PATRICK TA. Key ingredients include Ethylhexyl Stearate, Silica, Vitamin E.

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RoC Skincare

RoC Skincare

RoC Skincare Derm Correxion Fill + Treat Serum 15ml

Serum

$50.7915ml · $3.39/ml

★★★★★4.6(1,800)

Ideal for

  • StrongFine lines & wrinkles
  • StrongLoss of firmness
  • StrongDark circles
  • GoodUneven tone & radiance

Not recommended for

Atopic Dermatitis / EczemaPsoriasis

Caution

May aggravate: Seborrheic Dermatitis (Stearyl Alcohol, Cetearyl Alcohol and Shea Butter)

RoC Skincare Derm Correxion Fill + Treat Serum 15ml is a retinoid treatment by RoC Skincare. Key ingredients include Glycerin, Butylene Glycol, Stearyl Alcohol.

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EltaMD

EltaMD

EltaMD UV Daily Broad-Spectrum SPF 40 Tinted

Sunscreen

$43.0050.3ml · $0.85/ml

★★★★★4.6(870)

Ideal for

  • GoodDryness
  • GoodFine lines & wrinkles
  • LowRedness & sensitivity

Not recommended for

Acne & breakouts

Caution

May aggravate: Seborrheic Dermatitis (Cetearyl Alcohol and Isopropyl Palmitate); Perioral Dermatitis (Petrolatum)

EltaMD UV Daily Broad-Spectrum SPF 40 Tinted is a sunscreen by EltaMD. Key ingredients include Butylene Glycol, Cetearyl Alcohol, Dimethicone.

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Neutrogena

Neutrogena

Neutrogena Collagen Bank SPF30 Moisturiser 50ml

Moisturizer

$30.4850ml · $0.61/ml

★★★★★4.6(820)

Ideal for

  • LowDryness

Not recommended for

Redness & sensitivity

Caution

May aggravate: Seborrheic Dermatitis (Glyceryl Stearate)

Neutrogena Collagen Bank SPF30 Moisturiser 50ml is a spf moisturiser by Neutrogena. Key ingredients include Avobenzone, Homosalate, Octisalate.

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No7

No7

Protect & Perfect Intense Advanced Night Cream

Moisturizer

$27.9947.3ml · $0.59/ml

★★★★★4.6(640)

Ideal for

  • GoodFine lines & wrinkles
  • GoodLoss of firmness
  • RelevantDryness
  • LowUneven texture

Not recommended for

Atopic Dermatitis / EczemaRosaceaPsoriasisMelasma

Caution

May aggravate: Seborrheic Dermatitis (Shea Butter and Cetearyl Alcohol); Perioral Dermatitis (Fragrance)

StriVectin

StriVectin

SD Advanced PLUS Intensive Moisturizer - 2.0 oz

Moisturizer

$85.0059.1ml · $1.44/ml

★★★★★4.6(1,224)

Ideal for

  • ExcellentDryness
  • ExcellentFine lines & wrinkles
  • GoodRedness & sensitivity
  • GoodUneven texture

Not recommended for

Atopic Dermatitis / EczemaRosaceaPsoriasisMelasma

Caution

May aggravate: Seborrheic Dermatitis (Cetearyl Alcohol, Glyceryl Stearate, Shea Butter and Polysorbate 60); Perioral Dermatitis (Fragrance)

EltaMD

EltaMD

EltaMD UV Physical Broad-Spectrum SPF 41 Sunscreen - Tinted (3 oz.)

Sunscreen

$48.0088.7ml · $0.54/ml

★★★★★4.5(3,873)

Ideal for

  • RelevantDryness

Not recommended for

Acne & breakouts

Caution

May aggravate: Seborrheic Dermatitis (Isopropyl Palmitate)

EltaMD UV Physical Broad-Spectrum SPF 41 Sunscreen - Tinted (3 oz.) is a sunscreen by EltaMD. Key ingredients include Isopropyl Palmitate, Ethylhexyl Stearate, Phenoxyethanol.

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Christophe Robin

Christophe Robin

Christophe Robin Hydrating Leave-In Cream with Aloe Vera Sachet 150ml

Moisturizer

$40.64150ml · $0.27/ml

★★★★★4.5(864)

Ideal for

  • RelevantDryness
  • LowUneven texture

Not recommended for

Atopic Dermatitis / EczemaRosacea

Caution

May aggravate: Seborrheic Dermatitis (Cetearyl Alcohol and Glyceryl Stearate); Perioral Dermatitis (Fragrance); Psoriasis (Fragrance); Melasma (Fragrance)

Christophe Robin Hydrating Leave-In Cream with Aloe Vera Sachet 150ml is a antioxidant serum by Christophe Robin. Key ingredients include Cetearyl Alcohol, Propanediol, Ethylhexyl Stearate.

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Educational information, not medical advice. Study findings summarise the cited research and may not reflect every formulation.