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Surfactant

POLYGLYCERYL-10 UNDECYLENATE

76

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

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

An ester of decaglycerol and undecylenic acid, a fatty acid with mild antifungal properties. Used as a gentle cleansing surfactant and texture aid; well-tolerated at typical cosmetic use levels.

Function

SURFACTANT - CLEANSING

Skin benefits

  • Mild cleansing surfactant
  • Antifungal-adjacent (undecylenic acid backbone)
  • Plant-derived
  • Biodegradable

Known concerns

  • Undecylenic acid can irritate sensitive skin at high levels
  • Limited dedicated dossier

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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