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ALUMINUM TRISTEARATE.

Valuable CAS 637-12-7 / ANTICAKING, EMULSION STABILISING, OPACIFYING, SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT, VISCOSITY CONTROLLING

Aluminum Tristearate is a multifunctional ingredient acting as a texturizer and stabilizer in formulations. It offers emollient properties to the skin while creating a matte finish by absorbing excess oils.

Summary

anticaking emulsion stabilising viscosity controlling opacifying emollient

Science

Mechanism of Action

It functions as an anticaking agent and emulsion stabilizer by bridging phases. On the skin, it provides surface softening and smoothing, contributing to a matte appearance by reducing oil and opacifying.

Research

Clinical Evidence

Low confidence
Effective range N/A
Optimal

N/A

Transparency

Dusting Analysis

Not commonly dusted

The Formula

Formulation

Solubility
Oil
Optimal pH ≥6.5
0 7 14

Stability

Insoluble in water and alcohol; soluble in organic solvents and oils upon heating. Stable under normal storage, forming a gel with hydrocarbons.

Conflicts

  • Strong oxidizing agents
  • Strong acids

Safety

Safety Profile

CIR Status
Safe as used
Max tested
22%
Sensitization risk Low

The CIR Expert Panel concluded stearate salts, including Aluminum Tristearate, are safe for use. It exhibits low dermal absorption potential.

Your Skin

Skin Compatibility

Yes Normal
Yes Dry
Yes Oily
Yes Sensitive
Irritancy Low
Comedogenicity Medium

Our Assessment

Verdict

Valuable

A valuable stabilizer and texturizer, this ingredient provides emollient benefits and a matte finish suitable for all skin types, with a good safety profile.

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