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Sucrose Stearate

Good

Cleansing Agent

Sucrose Stearate description

The ester of stearic acid and sucrose (sugar), sucrose stearate works in cosmetics as an emollient, emulsifier, and cleansing agent. It can be animal-, plant-derived or synthetic, with the plant-derived version being most common. Sucrose stearate is considered safe as used in cosmetics and has been shown to help enhance the effectiveness of other ingredients.

Related ingredients: Stearic Acid Sucrose

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Sucrose Stearate references

  • Cosmetic Ingredient Review, January 2017, pages 1-66
  • European Journal of Pharmaceutics and Biopharmaceutics, September 2011, pages 58-67
  • Pharmaceutics, May 2011, pages 275-306

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Ingredient ratings

Best

Proven and supported by independent studies. Outstanding active ingredient for most skin types or concerns.

Good

Necessary to improve a formula's texture, stability, or penetration.

Average

Generally non-irritating but may have aesthetic, stability, or other issues that limit its usefulness.

Bad

There is a likelihood of irritation. Risk increases when combined with other problematic ingredients.

Worst

May cause irritation, inflammation, dryness, etc. May offer benefit in some capability but overall, proven to do more harm than good.

unknown

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Not rated

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