Emulsifier
POLYGLYCERYL-4 LAURATE/SEBACATE
Safety score · 0–100
Good
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
A plant-derived polyglycerol ester used as a mild emulsifier in gentle creams and micellar cleansers. Skin-friendly and well tolerated, with no known safety concerns at use levels.
Function
Skin benefits
- Mild non-ionic emulsifier
- Plant-derived from glycerin and fatty acids
- Skin-friendly and non-irritating
- Stabilises gentle creams and cleansers
Known concerns
- No significant concerns at cosmetic concentrations
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry: regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
Related emulsifiers
Same plant / compound family
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