Is Steareth-20 comedogenic?
A larger ethoxylated stearyl alcohol used as a thickening emulsifier.
This is informational, not medical advice.
Category: surfactant
Steareth-20
Comedogenic Rating: 2 / 5 (Low risk)
Mechanism & Risk:
A larger ethoxylated stearyl alcohol used as a thickening emulsifier. It is rated mild on most lists and is a common emulsifier in lotions.
Common INCI Aliases: PEG-20 stearyl ether
Scientific References: labelpeek.com; skincarisma.com; skinsafecheck.com
Other names for Steareth-20
- PEG-20 stearyl ether
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