Emulsifier
POLYGLYCERYL-10 MYRISTATE
Safety score · 0–100
Good
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
A polyglyceryl emulsifier from plant-derived glycerin and myristic acid — gentle, PEG-free alternative for emulsifying oils into water. Mild on skin and popular in clean-beauty formulations.
Skin benefits
- Plant-derived non-ionic emulsifier
- Excellent for oil-in-water emulsions and micellar systems
- Mild on skin and eyes
- PEG-free alternative for clean-beauty positioning
Known concerns
- Mild thinning effect on oil phase
- Newer than PEG emulsifiers — slightly less long-term data
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry: regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
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