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Emulsifier

POLYGLYCERYL-5 HYDROXYPROPYL LAURYL ETHER

78

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

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

A polyglycerol-based mild emulsifier with a lauryl-ether tail. Generally low irritation; used as a gentler alternative to ethoxylated surfactants.

Function

CLEANSINGSURFACTANT - EMULSIFYINGSURFACTANT - CLEANSING

Skin benefits

  • Mild non-ionic emulsifier
  • Skin-friendly polyglycerol chemistry
  • Low irritation potential

Known concerns

  • Limited public safety dossier
  • Possible mild eye sting in concentrated form
  • Synthetic origin

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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