Myristic Acid vs Polyhydroxystearic Acid

Myristic Acid and Polyhydroxystearic Acid are both formula balancers ingredients. Myristic Acid is found in 77 products while Polyhydroxystearic Acid appears in 58, making Myristic Acid the more widely used option.

Formula balancers

Myristic Acid

Acid compound

77 products

Formula balancers

Polyhydroxystearic Acid

Acid compound

58 products

Top products with Myristic Acid

cerave

Skin Renewing Night Cream

9.4

cerave

cerave créme hydratante visage

8.3

Round Lab

1025 Dokdo Lotion

7.9

Loreal norge as / slt

Revitalift Natt 50ml Loreal

7.7

L'Oreal Norge AS

Revitalift Laser Day Cream Skin Care 50ml

7.7

Top products with Polyhydroxystearic Acid

COSRX

Centella Blemish Cream

8.2

Drunk Elephant

Umbra Sheer Physical Daily Defense SPF 30

7.6

Youth to the People

15% Vitamin C + Clean Caffeine Energy Serum

7.4

Cocokind

Daily SPF

7.4

L'Oreal Norge AS

L'Oreal Concealer Infallible Porcelain 320

7.3

Frequently asked questions

What is the difference between Myristic Acid and Polyhydroxystearic Acid?

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

Can I use Myristic Acid and Polyhydroxystearic Acid 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?

Myristic Acid is found in 77 products, while Polyhydroxystearic Acid is found in 58 products in our database.

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