This ingredient helps ensure that products like sunscreens and foundations apply smoothly, feel pleasant on the skin, and provide uniform coverage and protection.
Function & Common Use
Pigment Dispersant
Pigment Dispersant
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Polyhydroxystearic Acid safe to use in skincare?
Polyhydroxystearic Acid has a Low concern rating from The Clean Sheet. This ingredient helps ensure that products like sunscreens and foundations apply smoothly, feel pleasant on the skin, and provide uniform coverage and protection.
Is Polyhydroxystearic Acid allowed in India?
Polyhydroxystearic Acid is currently classified as "not specified" under Indian cosmetics regulations. No concentration limit is specified for India.
What is Polyhydroxystearic Acid used for in cosmetics?
Polyhydroxystearic Acid functions as: Pigment Dispersant. It is commonly found in: various cosmetic formulations.
Regulatory Status
Identifiers
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