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
Herbal Essences
Body Envy Volumizing Conditioner
Conditioner · Lists fragrance, fragrance allergens, silicones
L’Oréal
Body Intensive 7 Days Lait Fluide Hydratant L-Bifidus + Aloe Vera
Lists fragrance, fragrance allergens, drying alcohol, silicones
Dr Teal’s
Body Lotion
Body lotion · Lists fragrance, silicones
Cien
Body Lotion
Lists fragrance, fragrance allergens, sulfates, silicones
Oars + Alps
Body Lotion
Body lotion · Lists fragrance
Maison Louis Marie
Body Lotion - No.09 Vallée de Farney
Body lotion · Lists fragrance, fragrance allergens
Maison Louis Marie
Body Lotion - No.13 Nouvelle Vague
Body lotion · Lists fragrance, fragrance allergens
Moroccanoil
Body Lotion Ambiance de Plage
Body lotion · Lists fragrance, fragrance allergens
Moroccanoil
Body Lotion Ambre Noir
Body lotion · Lists fragrance, fragrance allergens
Moroccanoil
Body Lotion Bergamote Fraîche
Body lotion · Lists fragrance
Moroccanoil
Body Lotion Dahlia Rouge
Body lotion · Lists fragrance, fragrance allergens
Moroccanoil
Body Lotion Fragrance Originale
Body lotion · Lists fragrance
Unilever
Body Lotion Hydro Pflege
Lists fragrance, fragrance allergens, exfoliating acid, parabens, silicones
Moroccanoil
Body Lotion Oud Minéral
Body lotion · Lists fragrance, fragrance allergens
Moroccanoil
Body Lotion Soleil de Tanger
Body lotion · Lists fragrance, fragrance allergens
Moroccanoil
Body Lotion Spa Du Maroc
Body lotion · Lists fragrance, fragrance allergens
Nivea
Body lotion with Aloe Protection
Lists fragrance, fragrance allergens, silicones, chemical UV filters
Unilever
Body love medium to dark
Lists fragrance, fragrance allergens, silicones
Moroccanoil
Body Soufflé
Body lotion · Lists fragrance, fragrance allergens
Dove
Body Wash Peppermint Bark
Body wash · Lists fragrance, fragrance allergens, coconut derivatives
Dove
Body Wash Sugar Cookie Sprinkle
Body wash · Lists fragrance, fragrance allergens, coconut derivatives
Ombia
Bodylotion
Lists fragrance, fragrance allergens, sulfates, silicones
bolero Beverly hills moisturizing body cream
Lists fragrance
Thrive Causemetics
Bright Balance 2-in-1 Instant Exfoliator
Exfoliant · Lists exfoliating acid, salicylic acid, coconut derivatives
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