Isostearic Acid vs Triethanolamine

Isostearic Acid and Triethanolamine are both formula balancers ingredients. Isostearic Acid is found in 10 products while Triethanolamine appears in 163, making Triethanolamine the more widely used option.

Formula balancers

Isostearic Acid

Acid compound

10 products

Formula balancers

Triethanolamine

pH adjuster and emulsifier

163 products

Top products with Isostearic Acid

Shiseido

Waso Shikulime Mega Hydrating Moisturizer

7.6

bareMinerals

Complexion Rescue Tinted Hydrating Gel Cream Broad Spectrum SPF 30

Daily SPF

The Silk Peony Melting Eye Cream

7.2

Biossance

Squalane + Zinc Sheer Mineral Sunscreen SPF 30

7.0

Top products with Triethanolamine

cerave

cerave créme hydratante visage

8.3

Fragonard

Crème antirides pour le visage Vrai

8.0

the ordinary

Natural Moisturizing Factors + HA

7.9

MyLabel

Moisturizing Cream - Normal skin

7.9

Unilever

Body Lotion Hydro Pflege

7.9

Frequently asked questions

What is the difference between Isostearic Acid and Triethanolamine?

Isostearic Acid is categorised as "Formula balancers" while Triethanolamine is categorised as "Formula balancers". They serve different functions in skincare formulations.

Can I use Isostearic Acid and Triethanolamine together?

In most cases, these ingredients can be used together. However, always patch test and introduce new ingredients gradually.

Which is more common in skincare products?

Isostearic Acid is found in 10 products, while Triethanolamine is found in 163 products in our database.

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