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Emulsifier

CASTOR OIL POLYGLYCERYL-6 ESTERS

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Safety score · 0–100

Fine

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

About

A mild castor-oil-based emulsifier from the polyglyceryl ester family. Strong gentleness profile typical of polyglyceryls; common in clean beauty formulations.

Function

SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENTSURFACTANT - EMULSIFYINGSKIN CONDITIONINGSURFACTANT - CLEANSING

Skin benefits

  • Stable emulsions
  • Skin-friendly emollient feel
  • Low sensitization

Known concerns

  • Sparse specific safety data

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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