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Emulsifier

POLYESTER-6

65

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

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

A polyester emulsifier built from polyhydroxystearic, sebacic and isostearic acids. Used to disperse pigments and stabilise W/O emulsions; behaves as a mostly inert oil-soluble polymer with limited skin reactivity.

Function

SURFACTANT - EMULSIFYING

Skin benefits

  • Pigment dispersion
  • Emulsion stability

Known concerns

  • Limited public toxicology
  • Microplastic policy debate
  • Residual monomer dependence

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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