INCI name

TRIMETHYLOLPROPANE TRIISOSTEARATE

Trimethylolpropane triisostearate

A triester of trimethylolpropane and isostearic acid, used as an emollient.

What it is

Trimethylolpropane triisostearate is the triester of trimethylolpropane, a branched triol, with isostearic acid, a branched C18 fatty acid. CosIng lists it as an emollient and skin-conditioning ingredient.

Where it is used

Found in lipsticks, makeup, creams and other products.

Limits of interpretation

The INCI list shows which ingredients are present, not how much of each. Above 1%, ingredients are listed in descending order of weight; below 1% the order is free.

Functions

Skin conditioning – emollient
Acting as lubricants on the skin surface providing the skin with a soft and smooth appearance.
Skin conditioning
Maintaining the skin in good condition.

EU regulation

This ingredient is not listed in the annexes of Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009 in the CosIng data.

Products with this ingredient (15)

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