Ingredient
GLYCERYL DISTEARATE
Substance information
This ingredient contains glycerol as alcohol component in esters or condensed with other (poly) alcohols or sugars. Distearates are salts or di-esters of stearic acid (octadecanoic acid).
Function(s) of this ingredient in cosmetic products
ANTISTATIC
Reduces electrostatic charges (eg of the hair)
SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT
Softens and smoothens the skin
Origin
plant/synthetic
Belongs to the following substance groups
Regulating cosmetics
Cosmetics Ingredients are subject to regulation. Please note, different regulations may apply to cosmetic ingredients outside the EU.