C20-40 Alkyl Stearate

C20-40 Alkyl Stearate is a cosmetic ingredient used as a skin conditioning, viscosity controlling agent. It is used in 15 products in our dataset. It is regulated in the EU (listed in a Cosmetics Regulation annex).

INCI nameC20-40 ALKYL STEARATE
FunctionSKIN CONDITIONING, VISCOSITY CONTROLLING
Prevalence15 products (0.02% of dataset)
Most used inSkincare
EU statusRestricted (annex )
Monthly searches20

Used in

Lip Moisturizers 53.3%Gel, Pomade & Wax 20%Deodorant 13.3%Face Primers 6.7%General Moisturizers 6.7%

Frequently asked

What does C20-40 Alkyl Stearate do in skincare?
C20-40 Alkyl Stearate functions as a skin conditioning, viscosity controlling agent in cosmetic formulas.
Is C20-40 Alkyl Stearate allowed in cosmetics?
Yes, but it is regulated in the EU — it appears in a Cosmetics Regulation annex with usage conditions.
What products contain C20-40 Alkyl Stearate?
It is most commonly found in Skincare products, especially lip moisturizers (53.3% of its uses).

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