Stearyl Glycyrrhetinate

Stearyl Glycyrrhetinate is a cosmetic ingredient used as a skin conditioning, soothing agent. It is used in 164 products in our dataset. It is regulated in the EU (listed in a Cosmetics Regulation annex).

INCI nameSTEARYL GLYCYRRHETINATE
FunctionSKIN CONDITIONING, SOOTHING
CAS number13832-70-7
Prevalence164 products (0.18% of dataset)
Most used inSkincare
EU statusRestricted (annex )
Monthly searches90

Used in

Lip Moisturizers 20.1%General Moisturizers 14.6%Sunscreens 11.6%Facial Treatments 9.8%Serums 6.1%Face Cleansers 4.9%

Frequently asked

What does Stearyl Glycyrrhetinate do in skincare?
Stearyl Glycyrrhetinate functions as a skin conditioning, soothing agent in cosmetic formulas.
Is Stearyl Glycyrrhetinate allowed in cosmetics?
Yes, but it is regulated in the EU — it appears in a Cosmetics Regulation annex with usage conditions.
What products contain Stearyl Glycyrrhetinate?
It is most commonly found in Skincare products, especially lip moisturizers (20.1% of its uses).

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