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Emulsifier

APRICOT KERNEL OIL POLYGLYCERYL-5 ESTERS

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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-5 — a gentle, plant-derived emulsifier that creates light, soft emulsions and avoids the trace-impurity issues of PEG-class emulsifiers.

Function

SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENTSURFACTANT - EMULSIFYINGSKIN CONDITIONINGSURFACTANT - CLEANSING

Skin benefits

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

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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