Neopentyl Glycol Diisostearate
What Neopentyl Glycol Diisostearate is & what it does
Neopentyl Glycol Diisostearate is an ester formed from neopentyl glycol and isostearic acid. In skincare and sunscreen formulas it works as an emollient and skin-conditioning agent, giving products a smooth, cushioned feel and helping spread the formula evenly. A notable property is its light, non-greasy slip, which makes it useful in textures designed to feel elegant rather than heavy.
What does Neopentyl Glycol Diisostearate do in skincare?
Neopentyl Glycol Diisostearate is an ester used as an emollient and skin-conditioning agent. It gives products a smooth, cushioned feel, helps the formula spread evenly, and contributes a light, non-greasy slip. It mainly improves texture and skin feel.
Is Neopentyl Glycol Diisostearate comedogenic?
Comedogenicity varies by person and by the overall formula, so a single ingredient rarely tells the whole story. Neopentyl Glycol Diisostearate is an emollient ester whose feel is often described as light, but we cannot confirm a specific comedogenic rating. If you are acne-prone, it is best to watch how your skin responds and patch test.
Is Neopentyl Glycol Diisostearate natural or synthetic?
It is best described as semi-synthetic. It is an ester made by combining neopentyl glycol with isostearic acid, where the fatty acid portion can come from plant or other sources. The final ingredient is produced through processing rather than used in raw natural form.
Sunscreens with Neopentyl Glycol Diisostearate
We rate 10 sunscreens that contain it:
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Aveeno Sensitive Skin SPF 50 Mineral Sunscreen Stick Broad Spectrum UVA+UVB
66/100
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Aveeno Baby Sensitive Skin Mineral Sunscreen Stick SPF 50 With 100% Zinc Oxide
66/100
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Aveeno Kids Continuous Protection
65/100
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Neutrogena Mineral Ultra Sheer Face And Body Sunscreen Stick - SPF 50
65/100
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Neutrogena Sheer Zinc Mineral Sunscreen Stick
65/100
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Neutrogena Kids Sunscreen Stick SPF 50+
64/100
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Neutrogena Beach Defense® Water + Sun Protection Sunscreen Stick Broad Spectrum Spf 50+
62/100
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Murad Face Defense Broad Spectrum SPF 15 Pa++
57/100
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Neutrogena Ultra Sheer Face & Body Stick Sunscreen Spf 70
56/100
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Neutrogena Wet Skin Kids Stick Sunscreen Broad Spectrum SPF 70
55/100