Skin Conditioning

Glyceryl Hydroxystearate/Oleate Esters

INCI: GLYCERYL HYDROXYSTEARATE/OLEATE ESTERS

Reviewed by Kate · Last updated 18 Aug 2026

What Is Glyceryl Hydroxystearate/Oleate Esters?

Glyceryl Hydroxystearate/Oleate Esters (INCI: GLYCERYL HYDROXYSTEARATE/OLEATE ESTERS) is a cosmetic ingredient listed in the EU CosIng inventory. Mixture of esters formed by the reaction of glycerin with a blend of hydroxystearic acid and oleic acid.

Its declared cosmetic function is hair conditioning.

Source: European Commission CosIng inventory.

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