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Emulsifier

POLYGLYCERYL-3 TRISILOXANE

Updated
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Safety score · 0–100

Fine

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

About

A hybrid silicone-glyceryl emulsifier giving formulas a light, silky feel. Skin-safe and low-irritation; main caveat is environmental persistence typical of silicones.

Function

CLEANSINGSKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENTSURFACTANT - EMULSIFYINGSKIN CONDITIONINGSURFACTANT - CLEANSING

Skin benefits

  • Hybrid silicone-polyglyceryl emulsifier with light skin feel
  • Stabilizes water-silicone systems
  • Low irritation in cosmetic use

Known concerns

  • Cyclic and short-chain siloxane environmental persistence concerns
  • Limited stand-alone safety data for this exact molecule
  • Not biodegradable

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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