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Emulsifier

POLYGLYCERYL-5 CAPRATE

88

Safety score · 0–100

Good

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

A monoester emulsifier — capric acid (C10) on polyglycerin-5. Gives products a light, fast-spreading texture without irritation. Plant-derived, non-ionic and biodegradable; widely used in sensitive-skin formulas.

Function

SURFACTANT - EMULSIFYING

Skin benefits

  • Light, fast-spreading texture
  • Mild non-ionic emulsifier
  • Plant-based capric acid + glycerin
  • Suited to sensitive-skin formulas

Known concerns

  • No significant concerns at cosmetic concentrations

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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