Glyceryl Stearate
Glyceryl Stearate is an emollient and emulsifying ingredient. It’s in 1,137 products on Poliage, most often body lotion, mascara and moisturizer. Avoid lists on Poliage that include it: none.
Updated October 21, 2026
In plain English
An ester of glycerin and stearic acid. Keeps oil and water blended and softens skin.
What it does
Contains Glyceryl Stearate: emollient
Function listed in CosIng
Contains Glyceryl Stearate: emulsifying
Function listed in CosIng
Source: CosIng, the European Commission cosmetic ingredient database, ref 34103, accessed October 22, 2026. Also listed as glyceryl monostearate and glyceroli monostearas.
Products that contain Glyceryl Stearate
Counter
Think Big All-in-One Mascara
Mascara · None of Poliage’s flag groups listed
Gold Bond
Tight & Firm Body & Face Lotion
Body lotion · Lists silicones
Unilever
Timotei Après Shampoing Cheveux Secs Nourrissant au Miel et Jojoba 250ml
Lists fragrance
Unilever
Timotei Bio Après-Shampooing Femme Douceur infusé au Lait d’Amande Douce Cheveux Normaux 250ml
Lists fragrance
Unilever
Timotei Bio Après-Shampooing Femme Éclat Cheveux colorés Grenade & Karité 250ml
Lists fragrance, exfoliating acid
Laura Mercier
Tinted Moisturizer Blush
Blush · Lists coconut derivatives
StriVectin
TL Advanced Tightening Neck Cream PLUS
Lists fragrance, fragrance allergens, exfoliating acid, silicones
La Roche-Posay
Toleriane Double Repair Face Moisturizer UV SPF 30
Lists silicones, chemical UV filters
La Roche-Posay
TOLERIANE SENSITIVE RICHE
Lists coconut derivatives
La Roche-Posay
Toleriane Ultra - Peaux ultra sensibles ou allergiques
Lists silicones
Black Opal
Total Coverage Face & Body Concealer for Acne Scars and Blemishes
Concealer · Lists fragrance, retinoid, silicones
Colorescience
Total Eye Firm & Repair Cream
Eye cream · Lists silicones
Yves Rocher
Tradition de Hammam, Baume nourrisant à l’huile d’argan bio du Maroc et à l’huile essentielle bio de fleur d’oranger
Lists fragrance, fragrance allergens, drying alcohol, essential oils, sulfates, parabens, coconut derivatives
fresh
Travel Size Soy Face Cleanser
Lists essential oils, coconut derivatives
r.e.m. beauty
Treble Maker 3-in-1 Mascara
Mascara · None of Poliage’s flag groups listed
Renee Rouleau
Triple Berry Smoothing Scrub
Exfoliant · Lists fragrance, exfoliating acid, essential oils, coconut derivatives
Tree Hut
Tropic Glow Whipped Body Butter
Body lotion · Lists fragrance, fragrance allergens, silicones
Hempz
Tropical Coconut Moisturizing Body Lotion
Body lotion · Lists fragrance, fragrance allergens, retinoid, silicones, coconut derivatives
Catrice
TUBING Stay In Place Volume Mascara
Mascara · None of Poliage’s flag groups listed
Tula
Tula 24/7 ultra hydrating
Lists fragrance, fragrance allergens, exfoliating acid
Tula
Tula bright start
Lists fragrance allergens, exfoliating acid
Tula
Tula moisturiser +spf30
Lists exfoliating acid, silicones
Andalou Naturals
Turmeric + Vitamin C Enlighten Serum
Serum · Lists fragrance, fragrance allergens
Dove
Turmeric Milk & Lemon Drop Plant Milk Body Wash
Body wash · Lists fragrance, fragrance allergens, essential oils, coconut derivatives
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