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Emollient

BABASSU OIL POLYGLYCERYL-4 ESTERS

78

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

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

Babassu oil fatty acids reacted with polyglycerin-4 to make a plant-derived emollient ester. Mild and well tolerated at typical cosmetic levels.

Function

SURFACTANT - CLEANSING

Skin benefits

  • Lightweight plant-derived emollient
  • Imparts a soft skin feel
  • Compatible with sensitive-skin formulas
  • Non-ionic, low irritation potential

Known concerns

  • Limited ingredient-specific safety literature
  • Quality varies with polyglycerol grade

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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