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Emulsifier

POLYGLYCERYL-10 LAURATE

CAS 74504-64-6 (generic)/ 34406-66-1 Updated
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Safety score · 0–100

Good

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

About

A polyglycerol-and-lauric-acid emulsifier. Very mild, suitable for baby and sensitive cleansers; one of the gentlest non-ionic surfactants in modern formulations.

Function

SKIN CONDITIONING - MISCELLANEOUSSURFACTANT - EMULSIFYING

Skin benefits

  • Mild non-ionic emulsifier and solubilizer
  • Low irritation profile
  • Used in micellar and baby cleansers
  • Biodegradable head group

Known concerns

  • Limited dedicated public toxicology
  • Performance varies by polyglycerol chain length

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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