TRIHYDROXYSTEARIN

Trihydroxystearin is the triester of glycerin and hydroxystearic acid. It is used as a skin conditioner, solvent, and viscosity regulator in cosmetic formulations at concentrations of up to 5%. (1-2)

(1) Bährle-Rapp, M. (2012). Springer Encyclopedia of Cosmetics and Personal Care. 4th revised and expanded edition. Springer (2) Andersen, F.A. (ed.). Final Report on the Safety Assessment of Trihydroxystearin. Int J Toxicol. 2000;19(Suppl 1):89-94.