Glyceryl Stearate SE
Reviewed by Rosie · Last updated 18 Aug 2026
Also known as: Glyceryl Stearate
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EWG Safety Score
What Is Glyceryl Stearate SE?
Glyceryl stearate SE is a widely used ingredient that is a self-emulsifying (that’s what the “SE” stands for) form of glyceryl stearate.
Clinical Evidence & References
Published Research
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CosmeticsInfo.org, Accessed March 2021, ePublication [https://www.cosmeticsinfo.org/ingredient/glyceryl-stearate-se/]
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MakingCosmetics.com, January 2021, ePublication [https://www.makingcosmetics.com/EMF-GLYST-01.html?lang=en_US]
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Journal of the American College of Toxicology, July 1982, pages 169-192 [https://journals.sagepub.com/doi/10.3109/10915818209021268]
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