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Cetearyl Olivate

CETEARYL OLIVATE

Data confidence:High
Malassezia Trigger

Can feed malassezia yeast, potentially worsening malassezia-related skin conditions. Avoid if you are malassezia-sensitive.

Function

Emollient, Emulsifier, Skin Conditioning Agent

EWG Safety Score

2/10Low concern

About this ingredient

Cetearyl Olivate is an emollient derived from olive oil and cetearyl alcohol, functioning as an emulsifier and skin conditioning agent in cosmetic formulations. It helps stabilize oil-in-water emulsions while providing moisturizing and softening benefits to the skin. This ingredient is valued in skincare and sunscreen products for its natural origin and gentle conditioning properties.

Found in 9+ sunscreens

Cetaphil Face Moisturizer
SPF 35
Malassezia: High RiskFragrance FreeAlcohol FreeContains MicroplasticsSuspected EDCOwnership: Public Parent
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