Emulsifier
POLYGLYCERYL-6 UNDECYLENATE
Safety score · 0–100
Good
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
About
A polyglycerol ester of undecylenic acid that emulsifies oil and water and offers mild antimicrobial activity from the unsaturated C11 acid. Generally well tolerated at cosmetic levels.
Function
Skin benefits
- Mild emulsifying surfactant
- Inherent mild antimicrobial activity
- Plant-derived backbone
Known concerns
- Undecylenic acid is a known irritant in higher concentrations
- Limited substance-specific data
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry — regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
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