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Emulsifier

APRICOT KERNEL OIL POLYGLYCERYL-3 ESTERS

Updated
85

Safety score · 0–100

Good

Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.

About

Apricot kernel oil esterified with polyglycerin-3 — sister molecule to the polyglyceryl-5 version, with a slightly different chain length. Same gentle, well-tolerated emulsifier profile and no notable safety concerns.

Function

SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENTSURFACTANT - EMULSIFYINGSKIN CONDITIONINGSURFACTANT - CLEANSING

Skin benefits

  • Gentle plant-derived emulsifier
  • Light, smooth emulsion feel
  • Free of PEG-class impurities
  • Apricot-oil-derived emollient action

Known concerns

  • No significant concerns at cosmetic concentrations

References

EU

EU CosIng database

European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry — regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.

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