Glyceryl Monostearate (GMS)

Ingredient Name: Glyceryl Monostearate (GMS)

What is it? Glyceryl monostearate is an organic molecule formed from glycerol and stearic acid. It's often found in holistic creams and lotions because of its powerful ability to deeply restore moisture. GMS is also a very effective emulsifier, helping to unite both the water- and oil-based ingredients.*

Nourishing properties:*

• Hydrates skin
• Aids emulsification

*= This information has not been approved by the FDA.

 

 

 

References

“Glyceryl Monostearate.” National Center for Biotechnology Information. PubChem Compound Database, U.S. National Library of Medicine, pubchem.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/compound/24832088#section=Canonical-SMILES.

“Safety Assessment of Monoglyceryl Monoesters as Used in Cosmetics.” Cir-Safety, Cosmetic Ingredient Review Expert Panel , www.cir-safety.org/sites/default/files/monoglyceryl%20monoesters_0.pdf

Ugriné, E, et al. “[Emulsifying Capacity of Glyceryl Monostearate and -Oleate in Ointments].” Current Neurology and Neuroscience Reports., U.S. National Library of Medicine, Jan. 1986, www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/3953287.