Is Isocetyl Stearate comedogenic?
A branched fatty ester found in lipsticks, foundations and moisturizers for a smooth, cushiony feel.
This is informational, not medical advice.
Category: ester
Isocetyl Stearate
Fungal acne trigger Comedogenic Rating: 5 / 5 (High risk)
Mechanism & Risk:
A branched fatty ester found in lipsticks, foundations and moisturizers for a smooth, cushiony feel. Its heavy, long-chain structure makes it a frequent pore-clogging flag on comedogenicity lists.
Common INCI Aliases: isohexadecyl stearate
Scientific References: porecloggingcheck.com; labelpeek.com; skinsafecheck.com
Other names for Isocetyl Stearate
- isohexadecyl stearate
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