Curi/Atlas/Polyglyceryl-2 Stearate

INCI · emollient · CIR review pending · used in 3 products

Polyglyceryl-2 Stearate

Polyglyceryl-2 Stearate is the monoester of stearic acid and oxybis(propanediol) (diglycerol), registered under CAS # 12694-22-3 and EC # 235-777-7. It is classified by CosIng with a single official function: emulsifying. It is used in a wide range of cosmetic formulations including moisturizers, cleansers, sunscreens, and serums.

Evidence level

weak

EWG score

—

Comedogenic

—

Category

emollient

● Benefits

Polyglyceryl-2 Stearate primarily serves as an emulsifier, helping to blend oil and water phases in cosmetic formulations to create stable emulsions. No additional skin-benefit claims are directly supported by the source beyond its emulsifying function.

emulsifying

● Cautions

Where Curi finds it.

Curi's featured formulas containing Polyglyceryl-2 Stearate.

MISSHA Missha A'Pieu Lactobacillus Cream

MISSHA · 미샤

Missha A'Pieu Lactobacillus Cream

highly moisturizes skinboosts and strengthens the skin's barrier

Round Lab ROUND LAB 1025 Dokdo All In One Fluid

Round Lab · 라운드랩

ROUND LAB 1025 Dokdo All In One Fluid

combines toner, essence, and lotion in one fluid formulationprovides care for skin sensitive due to external environment stimuli

TONYMOLY TonyMoly 24k Snail Moisture Lock Slug Stick

TONYMOLY · 토니모리

TonyMoly 24k Snail Moisture Lock Slug Stick

provides intense hydration and protection for the skinlocks in moisture