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Surfactant

POLYGLYCERYL-10 COCOATE

80

Safety score · 0–100

Good

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

A polyglycerol ester of coconut fatty acids — a gentle non-ionic surfactant and emulsifier. Considered one of the milder cleansing/emulsifying ingredients with no documented major concerns.

Function

CLEANSINGSURFACTANT - EMULSIFYINGSURFACTANT - CLEANSING

Skin benefits

  • Mild non-ionic surfactant/emulsifier
  • Good skin tolerance vs sulfates
  • Biodegradable plant-derived chemistry
  • Suitable for sensitive and baby cleansers

Known concerns

  • Composition varies with esterification degree
  • Quality depends on coconut feedstock purity

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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This profile is for educational purposes and does not constitute medical advice. Regulatory status and scientific understanding evolve, so always read the physical product label and consult a healthcare professional for personal concerns.