Polyglyceryl-10 Stearate

Polyglyceryl-10 Stearate molecular structure

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Is this safe for adults to use Polyglyceryl 10 Stearate?

YES - Generally Safe
Danger Score: 1 (Lower is safer)
Quick Answer: Polyglyceryl 10 Stearate is generally considered safe for adults when used in topical products. Adults generally have higher tolerance.

ℹ️General Overview

For adults, polyglyceryl-10 stearate is generally safe when used in regular creams, lotions or other skin products. Long‑term health risks are considered very low. A small chance of skin or eye irritation has been noted.

What to Do

Use products that contain this ingredient as directed. If you want extra caution, do a small patch test on the inside of your wrist or behind your ear and wait 24 hours to check for a reaction. Avoid getting the product in your eyes and do not inhale sprays or powders containing it. Stop use if you get redness, burning, or irritation.

⚠️Warnings

The main item to watch for is irritation to skin, eyes or breathing—this concern comes from formal ingredient reviews (Cosmetic Ingredient Review). If you notice persistent irritation, swelling, trouble breathing, or eye irritation, rinse and stop use and contact a healthcare provider. Other possible concerns (cancer, allergy, effects on reproduction or use restrictions) are rated very low and are not the main issues for adults.

Confidence: HIGH

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Safety Risk Labels

This ingredient has the following documented risks:

No Known Risk: Current safety records list only low-level concerns. Cancer, allergy/immunotoxicity, developmental/reproductive, and use restriction categories are rated low. A review by the Cosmetic Ingredient Review notes that irritation evidence is unassessed rather than showing clear harm. Because no hazards above low are reported for topical use in the available records, no specific health risks are identified.

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Alternative Names for Polyglyceryl-10 Stearate

This ingredient may also be listed as:

polyglyceryl-10 stearatePOLYGLYCERYL-10 STEARATEOCTADECANOIC ACID, MONOESTER WITH DECAGLYCEROLDECAGLYCERYL MONOSTEARATEMONOESTER WITH DECAGLYCEROL OCTADECANOIC ACID

Always check ingredient labels carefully, as ingredients may be listed under different names.

Common Questions About Polyglyceryl-10 Stearate

Is this safe for adults to use Polyglyceryl-10 Stearate?

Yes, Polyglyceryl-10 Stearate is generally considered safe for adults based on current research.

What are the no known risk risks of Polyglyceryl-10 Stearate for adults?

No immediate health concerns found based on current research.

What products contain Polyglyceryl-10 Stearate?

Polyglyceryl-10 Stearate is commonly found in skincare products, cosmetics, and topical applications. Always check ingredient labels before use.

When can adults using products with Polyglyceryl-10 Stearate?

The appropriate age depends on the specific ingredient properties and concentration. This analysis is for adults. Use the age selector above to check other ages.

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