Methyl Stearic Acid

Methyl Stearic Acid is a cosmetic ingredient used as a skin conditioning agent. It is used in 2 products in our dataset. It is regulated in the EU (listed in a Cosmetics Regulation annex).

INCI nameMETHYL STEARIC ACID
FunctionSKIN CONDITIONING
CAS number17001-28-4
Prevalence2 products (0% of dataset)
Most used inBody
EU statusRestricted (annex )

Used in

Hand Cream 50%Makeup Removers 50%

Frequently asked

What does Methyl Stearic Acid do in skincare?
Methyl Stearic Acid functions as a skin conditioning agent in cosmetic formulas.
Is Methyl Stearic Acid allowed in cosmetics?
Yes, but it is regulated in the EU — it appears in a Cosmetics Regulation annex with usage conditions.
What products contain Methyl Stearic Acid?
It is most commonly found in Body products, especially hand cream (50% of its uses).

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