HYDROXYCETYL HYDROXYETHYLSTEARAMIDE is graded B (Low Concern) by Expert·ING, based on COSING regulatory data. It is restricted under EU COSING — AnnexIII-CONCENTRATION-.
HYDROXYCETYL HYDROXYETHYLSTEARAMIDE
Safety grade: B
This is a synthetic moisturizing agent derived from stearic acid, a fatty acid found in animal and plant oils. It helps lock moisture into the skin and makes products feel smoother and more comfortable to apply.
This ingredient conditions and softens the skin by forming a protective barrier that helps retain moisture and improves the overall feel and texture of skincare and cosmetic products.
Graded using: COSING.
- EU COSING — Restricted
Last verified: May 26, 2026
Other Skin Conditioning ingredients
- TOCOPHEROL — Grade A
- PROPYLENE GLYCOL — Grade A**
- XANTHAN GUM — Grade A
- DIMETHICONE — Grade A
- TOCOPHERYL ACETATE — Grade A
- PANTHENOL — Grade A
- CAPRYLYL GLYCOL — Grade A
- ETHYLHEXYLGLYCERIN — Grade A