Glyceryl Distearate

6-12 month old babiesSkin contact product

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Can older babies use Glyceryl Diisostearate?

YES - Generally Safe
Danger Score: 1 (Lower is safer)
Quick Answer: Glyceryl Diisostearate is generally considered safe for 6-12 month old babies when used in topical products. Monitor for any reactions in older babies.

ℹ️General Overview

For babies 6–12 months (infant, baby, toddler): Glyceryl Diisostearate is generally safe when it’s in products made for babies. Overall risks like cancer or allergy are rated very low. However, some safety reviews relied on assumptions about low skin absorption and on related chemicals, so there is a small amount of uncertainty.

What to Do

Use products labeled for infants or gentle baby formulas. Prefer products with short, clear ingredient lists and from brands that test for baby use. Do a small patch test on the inner forearm and wait 24 hours before using widely. Avoid applying to broken, red or irritated skin. If the product is not meant to be left on skin (for example, some wipes or rinse-off products), follow the product instructions.

⚠️Warnings

Safety reviewers (Cosmetic Ingredient Review) note limited direct data and that some conclusions are based on related chemicals; they also recommend limits on concentration and attention to manufacturing purity. Because of that, avoid using high-concentration or non–baby-formulated products on infants, stop use if you see redness, rash or swelling, and check with your pediatrician if you are unsure.

Confidence: MEDIUM

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Safety Risk Labels

This ingredient has the following documented risks:

No Known Risk: A professional cosmetic safety review found this ingredient safe for skin use when kept within set concentration limits. That review noted low absorption is assumed and that some safety data are missing, but common health worries (cancer, allergies, reproductive harm) were all rated low. Because of those findings, no specific child health risks are identified for normal topical use.

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Alternative Names for Glyceryl Distearate

This ingredient may also be listed as:

glyceryl diisostearate(+/-)-GLYCERYL 1,2-ISODISTEARATEGLYCERYL 1,2-ISODISTEARATE, (+/-)-GLYCERYL MONO/DIISOSTEARATESCHEMBL5155403DTXSID40904437HEPTADECANOIC ACID, 16-METHYL-, 1-(HYDROXYMETHYL)-1,2-ETHANEDIYL ESTER286430-02-2Q27284766BIS(16-METHYLHEPTADECANOIC ACID)3-HYDROXYPROPANE-1,2-DIYL ESTERGLYCERYL DI-ISOSTEARATE

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Common Questions About Glyceryl Distearate

Can older babies safely use Glyceryl Distearate?

Yes, Glyceryl Distearate is generally considered safe for 6-12 month old babies based on current research.

What are the no known risk risks of Glyceryl Distearate for older babies?

No immediate health concerns found based on current research. This is especially important for babies whose skin and systems are still developing.

What products contain Glyceryl Distearate?

Glyceryl Distearate is commonly found in skincare products, cosmetics, and topical applications. Always check ingredient labels before use.

Is this appropriate for older babies to using products with Glyceryl Distearate?

The appropriate age depends on the specific ingredient properties and concentration. This analysis is for 6-12 month old babies. Use the age selector above to check other ages.

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