Emulsifier

Glyceryl Hydroxystearate

INCI: GLYCERYL HYDROXYSTEARATE

Reviewed by Rosie · Last updated 18 Aug 2026

What Is Glyceryl Hydroxystearate?

Glyceryl Hydroxystearate (INCI: GLYCERYL HYDROXYSTEARATE) is a cosmetic ingredient listed in the EU CosIng inventory. Hydroxyoctadecanoic acid, monoester with glycerol.

Its declared cosmetic functions are emollient and emulsifying.

Source: European Commission CosIng inventory.

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