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Emulsifier

POLYGLYCERYL-5 POLYRICINOLEATE

CAS 29894-35-7 (generic) Updated
85

Safety score · 0–100

Good

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

About

A castor-oil-derived polyglyceryl emulsifier — also called PGPR — used to stabilize water-in-oil creams. Decades of food-grade safety (used in chocolate) plus CIR-reviewed for cosmetics.

Function

SURFACTANT - EMULSIFYING

Skin benefits

  • W/O emulsifier
  • Skin conditioning
  • Plant-derived and biodegradable

Known concerns

  • Castor-oil allergen risk
  • Mild eye irritation

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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