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Ingredient Directory
Low Concern

Butyl Stearate

Safety Flags
Safety Notes

Shoppers should know it provides a smooth, silky feel to products and helps condition the skin, though individuals with very sensitive or acne/fungal acne-prone skin might consider a patch test due to potential mild irritation or comedogenicity concerns.

Function & Common Use

Function

Emollient

Category

Emollient

Common In

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Origin

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Butyl Stearate safe to use in skincare?

Butyl Stearate has a Low concern rating from The Clean Sheet. Shoppers should know it provides a smooth, silky feel to products and helps condition the skin, though individuals with very sensitive or acne/fungal acne-prone skin might consider a patch test due to potential mild irritation or comedogenicity concerns.

Is Butyl Stearate allowed in India?

Butyl Stearate is currently classified as "not specified" under Indian cosmetics regulations. No concentration limit is specified for India.

What is Butyl Stearate used for in cosmetics?

Butyl Stearate functions as: Emollient. It is commonly found in: various cosmetic formulations.

TCS Assessment
Low Concern
Based on peer-reviewed safety data, regulatory status, and expert review by The Clean Sheet panel.

Regulatory Status

India (CDSCO)
Not specified
EU
Not specified
US FDA
Not specified
Korea (MFDS)
Not specified

Identifiers

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