Glyceryl Stearate SE

6-12 month old babiesSkin contact product

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Can older babies use Glyceryl Stearate Se?

YES - Generally Safe
Danger Score: 1 (Lower is safer)
Quick Answer: Glyceryl Stearate Se 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 old, Glyceryl Stearate SE is generally low risk when used in normal baby lotions and wipes. Safety reviews find little cause for concern, but experts note there are limits and some data gaps.

What to Do

Choose products made for babies (formulated and tested for infant skin). Before regular use, put a small amount on a patch of your baby’s forearm or behind the ear and wait 24 hours—if no redness or rash appears, it is usually safe to continue. Avoid applying to broken, red, or very flaky skin. Use sparingly and follow product directions.

⚠️Warnings

Watch for skin irritation or rash; stop use and talk with your pediatrician if you see a reaction. Expert reviewers have noted this ingredient can act as a penetration enhancer (Cosmetic Ingredient Review), so avoid combining many products with strong penetration enhancers at once. Also be aware some product-verification programs require extra safety information before approving products that contain this ingredient (Cosmetic Ingredient Review; regulatory summaries from Environment Canada and FDA note overall low concern but recommend use within established limits).

Confidence: HIGH

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Safety Risk Labels

This ingredient has the following documented risks:

Absorbed: A safety review panel (Cosmetic Ingredient Review) lists this ingredient as a penetration enhancer. That means it can help other ingredients pass through the skin and enter the body. For babies and young children, that raises the chance that what is in a product could be absorbed into their bloodstream, so caretakers should be careful about product formulation and concentration.

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Alternative Names for Glyceryl Stearate SE

This ingredient may also be listed as:

glyceryl sterate seglyceryl stearate sePOLYGLYCERYL STEARATECTK3J7265EINECS 234-325-6POLYGLYCERYL-2 SESQUISTEARATEOCTADECANOIC ACID;PROPANE-1,2,3-TRIOL68784-20-3BS-169141,2,3-PROPANETRIOL, HOMOPOLYMER, OCTADECANOATE9009-32-9SCHEMBL13465

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Products Containing Glyceryl Stearate SE

This ingredient is found in the following products:

This list shows products that contain Glyceryl Stearate SE or its alternative names.

Common Questions About Glyceryl Stearate SE

Can older babies safely use Glyceryl Stearate SE?

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

What are the absorbed risks of Glyceryl Stearate SE for older babies?

Can be absorbed through the skin and get into the bloodstream. This is especially important for babies whose skin and systems are still developing.

What products contain Glyceryl Stearate SE?

Glyceryl Stearate SE 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 Stearate SE?

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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