emulsifier
Glycerol monoester of stearic acid. One of the most common emulsifiers in cosmetics. Malassezia lipase can hydrolyze it to release stearic acid (C18:0); less problematic than oleic acid esters but still a concern for seb derm patients on strict Malassezia-safe routines.
Glyceryl Stearate is a emulsifier backed by early but promising evidence (evidence tier 3 of 4). We track 2 studies for it, 2 reporting a positive effect.
Journal of Investigative Dermatology Symposium Proceedings · 2005 · systematic review
Review covering Malassezia metabolism of glycerol esters: glyceryl stearate is hydrolyzed to release stearic acid (C18:0); less problematic than glyceryl oleate (C18:1) but included among ingredients to avoid in strict Malassezia-safe routines for seb derm patients
Journal of Investigative Dermatology Symposium Proceedings · 2005 · in vitro
Malassezia lipase can hydrolyze glyceryl stearate (glycerol monoester of stearic acid C18:0); stearic acid is a less preferred substrate than oleic acid but is still within the C11-C24 range metabolized by Malassezia; glyceryl stearate is a lower-risk but non-zero-risk ingredient for seb derm
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Eucerin
Eucerin Sun Gel Cream Dry Touch SPF50+ 200ml
Moisturizer
$20.96200ml · $0.10/ml
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Caution
May aggravate: Seborrheic Dermatitis (Stearyl Alcohol and Glyceryl Stearate); Perioral Dermatitis (Fragrance)
Eucerin
Eucerin Sun Gel Cream Dry Touch SPF50+ 200ml
Moisturizer
$20.96200ml · $0.10/ml
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Not recommended for
Caution
May aggravate: Seborrheic Dermatitis (Stearyl Alcohol and Glyceryl Stearate); Perioral Dermatitis (Fragrance)
Eucerin Sun Gel Cream Dry Touch SPF50+ 200ml is a spf moisturiser by Eucerin. Key ingredients include Water, Homosalate, Alcohol Denat.
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Nip + Fab
NIP+FAB Retinol Fix Overnight Treatment Cream 3% 50ml
Moisturizer
$38.0450ml · $0.76/ml
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Caution
May aggravate: Seborrheic Dermatitis (Shea Butter, Cetearyl Alcohol and Glyceryl Stearate); Melasma (Fragrance); Perioral Dermatitis (Fragrance)
Nip + Fab
NIP+FAB Retinol Fix Overnight Treatment Cream 3% 50ml
Moisturizer
$38.0450ml · $0.76/ml
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Caution
May aggravate: Seborrheic Dermatitis (Shea Butter, Cetearyl Alcohol and Glyceryl Stearate); Melasma (Fragrance); Perioral Dermatitis (Fragrance)
NIP+FAB Retinol Fix Overnight Treatment Cream 3% 50ml is a retinoid treatment by Nip + Fab. Key ingredients include Glycerin, Glyceryl Stearate SE, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride.
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Eucerin
Eucerin Sun Face Hydro Protect Ultra Light Fluid SPF50 50ml
Serum
$19.0550ml · $0.38/ml
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Caution
May aggravate: Seborrheic Dermatitis (Cetearyl Alcohol and Glyceryl Stearate); Perioral Dermatitis (Fragrance)
Eucerin
Eucerin Sun Face Hydro Protect Ultra Light Fluid SPF50 50ml
Serum
$19.0550ml · $0.38/ml
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Caution
May aggravate: Seborrheic Dermatitis (Cetearyl Alcohol and Glyceryl Stearate); Perioral Dermatitis (Fragrance)
Eucerin Sun Face Hydro Protect Ultra Light Fluid SPF50 50ml is a hydrating serum by Eucerin. Key ingredients include Water, Alcohol Denat, C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate.
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Medik8
Serum
$49.5330ml · $1.65/ml
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May aggravate: Seborrheic Dermatitis (Glyceryl Stearate and Polysorbate 60)
Medik8
Serum
$49.5330ml · $1.65/ml
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May aggravate: Seborrheic Dermatitis (Glyceryl Stearate and Polysorbate 60)
Medik8 Sleep Glycolic 30ml is a exfoliant by Medik8. Key ingredients include Water, Glycolic Acid, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride.
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ELEMIS
Elemis Dynamic Resurfacing Facial Wash (200ml)
Cleanser – for Dryness
$57.00200ml · $0.28/ml
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May aggravate: Perioral Dermatitis (Fragrance); Psoriasis (Fragrance); Melasma (Fragrance); Seborrheic Dermatitis (Glyceryl Stearate, Shea Butter and Stearyl Alcohol)
ELEMIS
Elemis Dynamic Resurfacing Facial Wash (200ml)
Cleanser – for Dryness
$57.00200ml · $0.28/ml
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Caution
May aggravate: Perioral Dermatitis (Fragrance); Psoriasis (Fragrance); Melasma (Fragrance); Seborrheic Dermatitis (Glyceryl Stearate, Shea Butter and Stearyl Alcohol)
Elemis Dynamic Resurfacing Facial Wash (200ml) is a water cleanser by ELEMIS. Key ingredients include Sodium Lauroyl Sarcosinate, Glycerin, Cocamidopropyl Betaine.
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ELEMIS
Elemis Pro-Collagen Glow Boost Exfoliator (100ml)
Exfoliant – for Dryness
$80.00100ml · $0.80/ml
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May aggravate: Seborrheic Dermatitis (Sweet Almond Oil, Glyceryl Stearate, Stearyl Alcohol and Jojoba Oil); Perioral Dermatitis (Fragrance); Psoriasis (Fragrance); Melasma (Fragrance and Menthol)
ELEMIS
Elemis Pro-Collagen Glow Boost Exfoliator (100ml)
Exfoliant – for Dryness
$80.00100ml · $0.80/ml
Ideal for
Not recommended for
Caution
May aggravate: Seborrheic Dermatitis (Sweet Almond Oil, Glyceryl Stearate, Stearyl Alcohol and Jojoba Oil); Perioral Dermatitis (Fragrance); Psoriasis (Fragrance); Melasma (Fragrance and Menthol)
Elemis Pro-Collagen Glow Boost Exfoliator (100ml) is a exfoliant by ELEMIS. Key ingredients include Glycerin, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Sweet Almond Oil.
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Lancôme
Lancôme Rénergie Multi-Lift Night Cream 50ml
Moisturizer
$92.4650ml · $1.85/ml
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Caution
May aggravate: Seborrheic Dermatitis (Cetyl Alcohol, Glyceryl Stearate and Stearyl Alcohol); Perioral Dermatitis (Petrolatum)
Lancôme
Lancôme Rénergie Multi-Lift Night Cream 50ml
Moisturizer
$92.4650ml · $1.85/ml
Ideal for
Not recommended for
Caution
May aggravate: Seborrheic Dermatitis (Cetyl Alcohol, Glyceryl Stearate and Stearyl Alcohol); Perioral Dermatitis (Petrolatum)
Lancôme Rénergie Multi-Lift Night Cream 50ml is a peptide serum by Lancôme. Key ingredients include Glycerin, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Cetyl Alcohol.
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Kiehl's Since 1851
Kiehl's Ultra Facial Cream (Various Sizes)
Moisturizer
$78.0028ml · $2.79/ml
Ideal for
Caution
May aggravate: Seborrheic Dermatitis (Stearyl Alcohol, Myristyl Myristate, Glyceryl Stearate, Palmitic Acid and Myristic Acid); Atopic Dermatitis / Eczema (Salicylic Acid)
Kiehl's Since 1851
Kiehl's Ultra Facial Cream (Various Sizes)
Moisturizer
$78.0028ml · $2.79/ml
Ideal for
Caution
May aggravate: Seborrheic Dermatitis (Stearyl Alcohol, Myristyl Myristate, Glyceryl Stearate, Palmitic Acid and Myristic Acid); Atopic Dermatitis / Eczema (Salicylic Acid)
Kiehl's Ultra Facial Cream (Various Sizes) is a exfoliant by Kiehl's Since 1851. Key ingredients include Glycerin, Squalane, Stearyl Alcohol.
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CeraVe
CeraVe Hydrating Cream-to-Foam Cleanser with Amino Acids for Normal to Dry Skin 236ml
Cleanser
$18.42236ml · $0.08/ml
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Caution
May aggravate: Seborrheic Dermatitis (Glyceryl Stearate and Polysorbate 60); Atopic Dermatitis / Eczema (Salicylic Acid)
CeraVe
CeraVe Hydrating Cream-to-Foam Cleanser with Amino Acids for Normal to Dry Skin 236ml
Cleanser
$18.42236ml · $0.08/ml
Ideal for
Caution
May aggravate: Seborrheic Dermatitis (Glyceryl Stearate and Polysorbate 60); Atopic Dermatitis / Eczema (Salicylic Acid)
CeraVe Hydrating Cream-to-Foam Cleanser with Amino Acids for Normal to Dry Skin 236ml is a water cleanser by CeraVe. Key ingredients include Glycerin, PEG-100 Stearate, Ceramides.
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Nip + Fab
NIP+FAB Exfoliate Glycolic Scrub Fix 75ml
Exfoliant
$16.4575ml · $0.22/ml
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Caution
May aggravate: Seborrheic Dermatitis (Cetearyl Alcohol, Glyceryl Stearate, Shea Butter and Sweet Almond Oil); Melasma (Fragrance); Perioral Dermatitis (Fragrance)
Nip + Fab
NIP+FAB Exfoliate Glycolic Scrub Fix 75ml
Exfoliant
$16.4575ml · $0.22/ml
Ideal for
Not recommended for
Caution
May aggravate: Seborrheic Dermatitis (Cetearyl Alcohol, Glyceryl Stearate, Shea Butter and Sweet Almond Oil); Melasma (Fragrance); Perioral Dermatitis (Fragrance)
NIP+FAB Exfoliate Glycolic Scrub Fix 75ml is a exfoliant by Nip + Fab. Key ingredients include Water, Cetearyl Alcohol, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride.
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