Distearyl Ether

Distearyl Ether is a cosmetic ingredient used as a skin conditioning agent. It is used in 12 products in our dataset. It is regulated in the EU (listed in a Cosmetics Regulation annex).

INCI nameDISTEARYL ETHER
FunctionSKIN CONDITIONING
CAS number6297-03-6
EC number228-567-1
Prevalence12 products (0.01% of dataset)
Most used inHaircare
EU statusRestricted (annex )
Monthly searches20

Used in

Mascaras 25%Conditioners 16.7%Shampoos 16.7%Body Washes 8.3%Deodorant 8.3%Face Cleansers 8.3%

Frequently asked

What does Distearyl Ether do in skincare?
Distearyl Ether functions as a skin conditioning agent in cosmetic formulas.
Is Distearyl Ether allowed in cosmetics?
Yes, but it is regulated in the EU — it appears in a Cosmetics Regulation annex with usage conditions.
What products contain Distearyl Ether?
It is most commonly found in Haircare products, especially mascaras (25% of its uses).

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