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Emulsifier

POLYGLYCERYL-5 BIS(HYDROXYPROPYL ETHYLHEXYL ETHER)

78

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

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

A double-chain polyglycerol emulsifier with two light ethylhexyl tails on a 5-unit head — a balanced, PEG-free emulsifier with a non-greasy feel. Common in modern leave-on emulsions.

Function

SURFACTANT - EMULSIFYINGSURFACTANT - CLEANSING

Skin benefits

  • Mild nonionic emulsifier
  • Light ethylhexyl tails — non-greasy feel
  • PEG-free polyglycerol chemistry

Known concerns

  • Mostly a processing aid
  • Limited cosmetic-specific data

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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