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
Rimmel London
WONDER’LASH WATERPROOF MASCARA WITH ARGAN OIL
Mascara · Lists retinoid
Rimmel London
Wonder’luxe Volume Mascara
Mascara · Lists retinoid
Rimmel London
Wonder’Volume Thrill Seeker Mascara
Mascara · Lists fragrance allergens, drying alcohol, sulfates, parabens, silicones
Rimmel London
Wonder’Volume Thrill Seeker Waterproof Mascara
Mascara · Lists fragrance allergens, drying alcohol, sulfates, parabens, silicones
Dr. Squatch
Wood Barrel Bourbon Conditioner
Conditioner · Lists fragrance, exfoliating acid, essential oils, coconut derivatives
100% Pure
Yerba Mate Eye Cream
Eye cream · Lists fragrance allergens
yes to
Lists fragrance, fragrance allergens, coconut derivatives
Vanicream
Z-Bar Medicated Cleansing Bar
Body wash · Lists silicones, coconut derivatives
Sanex
ZERO% lait corps hydratant
Lists silicones
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