Emollient
POLYGLYCERYL-4 PENTAOLEATE
Safety score · 0–100
Good
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
About
A pentaester emollient and emulsifier from tetraglycerol and oleic acid that provides excellent skin feel with good emulsification. Plant-derived and well-tolerated; oleic content can be mildly comedogenic.
Function
Skin benefits
- Skin emollience
- Stabilises emulsions
- Plant-derived (oleic acid)
- Smooth skin feel
Known concerns
- Oleic esters can be mildly comedogenic
- Limited dedicated safety dossier
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry — regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
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