Diisostearyl Malate
Diisostearyl Malate is an emollient and surfactant ingredient. It’s in 219 products on Poliage, most often lip, blush and concealer. Avoid lists on Poliage that include it: none.
Updated October 21, 2026
In plain English
An ester of malic acid. Softens the skin surface.
What it does
Contains Diisostearyl Malate: emollient
Function listed in CosIng
Contains Diisostearyl Malate: skin-conditioning
Function listed in CosIng
Contains Diisostearyl Malate: surfactant
Function listed in CosIng
Source: CosIng, the European Commission cosmetic ingredient database, ref 75620, accessed October 22, 2026.
Products that contain Diisostearyl Malate
Tree Hut
Watermelon Overnight Lip Mask
Lip · Lists fragrance, fragrance allergens, coconut derivatives
Jones Road
What The Foundation
Foundation · Lists fragrance allergens, essential oils, coconut derivatives
bPerfect
x Ekin-Su - Radiant Blush
Blush · Lists fragrance, fragrance allergens, silicones
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