Sucrose Distearate
What Sucrose Distearate is & what it does
A sugar-derived emulsifier and texturizer that builds smooth, stable creams while conditioning skin. It gives a soft, pleasant feel.
What does Sucrose Distearate do in skincare?
Sucrose Distearate is a sugar-based emulsifier and skin-conditioning agent. It helps blend the oil and water phases of a cream or sunscreen into a stable mixture and can contribute a soft, smooth feel. It is one of several sucrose ester emulsifiers used in cosmetics.
Is Sucrose Distearate safe?
Sucrose Distearate is an ester of sugar and stearic acid that is widely used as a mild emulsifier in cosmetics and is generally regarded as well tolerated. Sugar esters are often chosen for gentle formulas. As always, people with sensitive skin may wish to patch test a new product.
Is Sucrose Distearate vegan?
Sucrose Distearate is made from sucrose (sugar) and stearic acid. The sugar portion is plant derived, while the stearic acid can come from either plant or animal sources depending on the supplier. Whether a specific product is vegan therefore depends on the manufacturer, so check the brand's labeling if this matters to you.
Sunscreens with Sucrose Distearate
We rate 22 sunscreens that contain it, showing the top 10 by overall score:
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Niche Beauty Lab Transparent Lab Lightweight Sunscreen SPF 50+
95/100
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Beyer&Söhne Dayshade Cream SPF 50
94/100
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Transparent lab Lightweight Sunscreen SPF 50+ PPD33
94/100
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Hautsache Day Cream, SPF 50
93/100
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The derma CO 1% Hyaluronic Sunscreen Hydrating Gel With SPF 50 Pa++++
85/100
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D'ALBA PIEDMONT Waterfull Green Correcting Tone-up Sun Cream SPF 50+ Pa++++
84/100
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Skintific Ultra Light Serum Sunscreen SPF 50 PA++++
81/100
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Dr Hauschka Gekleurde Zonnebrandcrème Gezicht SPF 30
75/100
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Ruby's Organics Tinted Mineral Sunscreen SPF 40
75/100
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Dr Hauschka Face Sun Cream SPF 10
73/100