Dipentaerythrityl Tetrahydroxystearate/Tetraisostearate
What Dipentaerythrityl Tetrahydroxystearate/Tetraisostearate is & what it does
Dipentaerythrityl Tetrahydroxystearate/Tetraisostearate is a large branched polyol ester used mainly as a thickener, emollient, and binder. It is best known in color cosmetics and balms, where it adds structure, body, and a smooth glide while helping disperse pigments. In skincare and sun-care formulas it contributes a rich, cushiony texture and can help stabilize the oil phase. It is generally considered a mild, non-irritating ingredient.
What is Dipentaerythrityl Tetrahydroxystearate/Tetraisostearate?
It is a large branched polyol ester used as a thickener, emollient, and binder. It shows up most often in color cosmetics, balms, and rich creams.
What does it do in a formula?
It adds structure, body, and a smooth glide, and it helps disperse pigments evenly. In sun care and skincare it contributes a cushiony texture and can help hold the oil phase together.
Is Dipentaerythrityl Tetrahydroxystearate/Tetraisostearate safe?
It is generally considered a mild, non-irritating ingredient at cosmetic use levels, and no concerns are flagged in our data. Individual tolerance can still vary.
Sunscreens with Dipentaerythrityl Tetrahydroxystearate/Tetraisostearate
We rate 5 sunscreens that contain it:
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URIAGE Eau Thermale Bariesun SPF 50+ Stick Invisible
83/100
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Naris Up Parasola Sweet Skin Face Pact Uv Spf 50+ Pa+++
79/100
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Uriage Bariésun Stick Mineral SPF 50+
77/100
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Shu Uemura Unlimited Lasting Fluid Foundation SPF 25 Pa+++
49/100
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L'Oreal Infallible 24Hr Fresh Wear Foundation Broad Spectrum Spf 25
49/100