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Emulsifier

COCONUT OIL POLYGLYCERYL-6 ESTERS

80

Safety score · 0–100

Good

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

A coconut-oil-based polyglyceryl emulsifier. Glycerin-based (not ethoxylated) so it sidesteps the 1,4-dioxane concern; well-tolerated and biodegradable.

Function

SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENTSURFACTANT - EMULSIFYING

Skin benefits

  • Mild nonionic emulsifier from coconut oil
  • Glycerin-based, no ethoxylation
  • Skin-conditioning

Known concerns

  • Rare contact sensitivity from coconut derivatives

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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