Glycol Distearate

OH DAISEY INGREDIENT LIBRARY

Glycol Distearate

Approved Opacifier; Emollient; Pearlizing Agent

May cause mild irritation in sensitive individuals, but dermal absorption and systemic toxicity are expected to be low. No significant endocrine or carcinogenic concern has been established at cosmetic-use levels.

OH DAISEY VERDICT Approved Evidence level: Strong
INSIDE THE FORMULA

What it does

Adds opacity, pearlescence, and texture to cosmetic formulas.

OUR STANDARD

How to read this rating

This rating reflects the Oh Daisey ingredient standard and the evidence currently available for cosmetic use. Product safety can also depend on concentration, exposure route, formulation, manufacturing quality, and individual sensitivity.

RESEARCH

Sources

  1. 1 pubchem.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov
  2. 2 www.cir-safety.org
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