Emollient

Stearyl Alcohol

A fatty alcohol that softens and thickens. Not a drying alcohol.

Irritation: GentleRarely causes irritation.
Pore-clogging: 2 out of 5
Pregnancy: No specific caution flagged.

Found in

CeraVe Hydrating Cleanser#5 on label
The Ordinary Natural Moisturizing Factors + HA#5 on label
Kiehl's Ultra Facial Cream#7 on label

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For information only, not medical advice. Always patch-test new products and see a dermatologist for skin conditions.