Skip to content

Emulsifier

POLYGLYCERYL-4 ISOSTEARATE/LAURATE

Updated
75

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

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

About

A mild PEG-free emulsifier built from polyglycerol esterified with two fatty acids. Well-tolerated and a popular pick for natural and sensitive-skin formulas.

Function

SURFACTANT - EMULSIFYING

Skin benefits

  • Mild plant-based emulsifier
  • PEG-free
  • Suitable for sensitive skin
  • Skin-conditioning emollient

Known concerns

  • Proprietary mixed-ester ratios
  • Limited published toxicology

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

Related emulsifiers

75
AMMONIUM PHOSPHATIDYL RAPESEEDATE
Emulsifier
 75
AMMONIUM STYRENE/MA COPOLYMER
Emulsifier
 75
APRICOT KERNEL OIL PEG-6 ESTERS
Emulsifier
 75
AVOCADO OIL PEG-8 ESTERS
Emulsifier
 75
BEHENOXY PEG-10 DIMETHICONE
Emulsifier
 75
BIS-CARBOXYDECYL DIMETHICONE
Emulsifier
 75
BIS-PEG-15 METHYL ETHER DIMETHICONE
Emulsifier
 75
BIS-PEG/PPG-14/14 DIMETHICONE
Emulsifier

Check your shelf

Find POLYGLYCERYL-4 ISOSTEARATE/LAURATE in your products.

Scan any cosmetic product with LuxSense to see if it contains POLYGLYCERYL-4 ISOSTEARATE/LAURATE and get a full ingredient breakdown with safety scores.

This profile is for educational purposes and does not constitute medical advice. Regulatory status and scientific understanding evolve — always read the physical product label and consult a healthcare professional for personal concerns.