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
Jergens
Vanilla Crush Shea Fusion
Body lotion · Lists fragrance, fragrance allergens, silicones
Hempz
Vanilla Plum Herbal Body Moisturizer
Moisturizer · Lists fragrance, fragrance allergens, retinoid, silicones
Suave
Vanilla Suede 48H Moisture Body Lotion
Body lotion · Lists fragrance, fragrance allergens, silicones, coconut derivatives
Hempz
Vanilla Sugar Cookie Moisturizing Body Lotion
Body lotion · Lists fragrance, fragrance allergens, silicones, coconut derivatives
Tree Hut
vanilla whipped body butter
Body lotion · Lists fragrance, silicones
Yves Rocher
Vanille Noire Secrets d’Essences
Lists fragrance, fragrance allergens, parabens, silicones, coconut derivatives
Unilever
vaseline body lotion
Lists fragrance, fragrance allergens, parabens, silicones
Unilever
Vaseline Cocoa Glow
Lists fragrance, fragrance allergens, parabens, silicones
vaseline cocoa radiant lotion
Lists fragrance, parabens, silicones, formaldehyde releasers
Vaseline
Vaseline deep moisture
Lists fragrance, fragrance allergens, sulfates, parabens, silicones
Vaseline
vaseline deep restore yellow btl
Lists fragrance, parabens, silicones
Unilever
Vaseline Intensive Care Essential Healing Bodylotion
Lists fragrance, fragrance allergens, exfoliating acid, parabens, silicones
Vaseline
Vaseline Intensive Care Moisturizing Advance Repair Body Lotion - Unscented
Lists parabens, silicones
Victoria Beckham Beauty
Vast Lash Mascara
Mascara · None of Poliage’s flag groups listed
Pacifica
Vegan Ceramide Barrier Face Lotion
Moisturizer · Lists coconut derivatives
Pacifica
Vegan Collagen Overnight Recovery Cream by Pacifica Beauty
Moisturizer · Lists fragrance
The Body Shop
Vibrant Bergamot Body Cream
Body lotion · Lists fragrance, fragrance allergens, silicones
Victoria Secrets
Lists fragrance, fragrance allergens, parabens, silicones, formaldehyde releasers
Tree Hut
Violet Victory Whipped Shea Body Butter
Body lotion · Lists fragrance, fragrance allergens, silicones
Tatcha
Violet-C Radiance Mask
Mask · Lists fragrance, fragrance allergens, silicones, carmine (from insects)
Missha
Vita C Plus Clear Complexion Foaming Cleanser
Cleanser · Lists essential oils, coconut derivatives
TIRTIR
Vitachiol Aging Gel Mask
Mask · Lists retinoid
Dove
Vitality Renewal Serum Body Wash with firming Collagen
Body wash · Lists fragrance, fragrance allergens, coconut derivatives
Naturium
Vitamin Bright Illuminating Eye Cream
Eye cream · Lists silicones
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