Emulsifier
POLYGLYCERYL-4 SWEET ALMONDATE
Safety score · 0–100
Good
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
About
A gentle PEG-free emulsifier made from sweet almond oil and polyglycerin. Helps blend oil and water in cosmetic formulas while providing some skin conditioning from the almond fatty acids.
Function
Skin benefits
- Mild O/W emulsifier
- Skin conditioning
- Plant-derived from sweet almond oil
- PEG-free alternative
Known concerns
- Possible reaction in tree-nut allergic users (rare in cosmetic use)
- Can be slightly destabilised in highly electrolyte formulations
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry — regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
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