Glyceryl Palmitate/Stearate
AKA “Glyceryl mono-palmitate/stearate, Mixed glyceryl esters
Synthetic
Ingredient Facts
Glyceryl palmitate/stearate
AKA: Glyceryl mono-palmitate/stearate, Mixed glyceryl esters
Synthetic · Emollient · EWG: 4
Plant-Derived Synthetic
Emollient
Skin Conditioner
Plant Oil
Synthetic
Clean
A natural softening agent derived from plant oils that helps skin feel smooth and moisturized.
CAS #
68002-71-1
Form
Liquid
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Functions
Skin Conditioning
A catch-all term for ingredients that improve how skin looks and feels — softer, smoother, more supple. The workhorse behind most moisturizers.
Emollient
Fills in the tiny cracks between skin cells to make everything feel smooth and soft. The "silky finish" ingredient.
Viscosity Controlling
Locks In Moisture
Traditional Use
A synthetic blend of two common glyceryl esters developed for cosmetic formulation. Designed to combine the emulsifying and thickening properties of both palmitic and stearic acids in modern products.
Skin Types
all-skin-types
Best For
Dryness
Melanin-Rich Skin
Suitable
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
EWG
4
CIR
Safe
Pregnancy
Yes
CIR Safety Findings
Not a Sensitizer
medical-approval
all-shades-safe
Regulatory Status
USApermitted
EUrestricted
JAPANrestricted
CANADArestricted
Verified Feb 2026
Data: CosIng · EWG · CIR