Emulsifier
METHYL GLUCOSE SESQUIOLEATE
Safety score · 0–100
Good
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
About
A sugar-oleic acid sesqui-ester used as a mild emulsifier and emollient. Plant-derived and gentle, with no known skin safety issues.
Skin benefits
- Sugar-based non-ionic emulsifier
- Plant-derived emollient (oleic acid)
- Mild, low-irritation
- Biodegradable
Known concerns
- No significant concerns at cosmetic concentrations
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry — regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
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