Isopropyl Stearate
What Isopropyl Stearate is & what it does
Isopropyl Stearate is an ester of isopropyl alcohol and stearic acid. It functions as an emollient and skin-conditioning agent, lubricating the skin surface and giving products a smooth, spreadable feel. It is used in creams, makeup, and sun care to soften skin and improve glide. No concerns are flagged for it here, though heavy fatty isopropyl esters are sometimes noted as potentially pore-clogging on very acne-prone skin.
What is Isopropyl Stearate?
Isopropyl Stearate is an ester of isopropyl alcohol and stearic acid, used as an emollient and skin-conditioning agent.
What does Isopropyl Stearate do in skincare?
It lubricates the skin surface and gives products a smooth, spreadable feel, so it appears in creams, makeup, and sun care.
Is Isopropyl Stearate comedogenic or does it clog pores?
No concern is flagged for it in this catalog. That said, heavier fatty isopropyl esters are sometimes noted as potentially pore-clogging on very acne-prone skin, so individuals prone to breakouts may prefer to patch test.
Sunscreens with Isopropyl Stearate
We rate 2 sunscreens that contain it:
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