Emulsifier
POLYGLYCERYL-3 CAPRYLATE
Safety score · 0–100
Good
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
About
A PEG-free, plant-derived emulsifier used to bind oil and water gently. Mild on skin, accepted by clean-beauty standards, with no notable safety concerns.
Function
Skin benefits
- Mild PEG-free emulsifier
- Suitable for sensitive skin formulas
- Has co-emulsifying and mild cleansing action
- Compatible with natural-formulation standards
Known concerns
- Co-emulsifier — usually needs a partner
- Caprylate fraction has very mild antimicrobial action that may shift formula
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry — regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
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