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Emollient

POLYGLYCERYL-10 DECAETHYLHEXANOATE

82

Safety score · 0–100

Good

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

A polyglycerol-10 ester of 2-ethylhexanoic acid — a mild, non-ionic emollient and emulsifier with a light, soft skin feel. Polyglyceryl esters are generally well tolerated and considered low-risk in cosmetics.

Function

HUMECTANT

Skin benefits

  • Lightweight emollient feel
  • Mild non-ionic emulsifier
  • Compatible with sensitive skin

Known concerns

  • Possible residual ethylhexanoate traces
  • Limited stand-alone clinical literature

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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