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Emulsifier

POLYGLYCERYL-6 CAPRATE

Updated
85

Safety score · 0–100

Good

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

About

A gentle plant-derived emulsifier — caprate ester on a 6-unit polyglycerin. Mild enough for sensitive skin, supports stable emulsions without PEG/dioxane concerns.

Function

CLEANSINGSURFACTANT - EMULSIFYING

Skin benefits

  • Mild plant-derived emulsifier
  • Suitable for sensitive skin
  • No PEG/dioxane concern
  • Effective at low concentrations

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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