POLYGLYCERYL-8 OLEATE
Safety score · 0–100
Fine
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
About
A mild, olive-derived emulsifier that keeps oil and water together in creams and lotions — gentle enough for sensitive skin.
Polyglyceryl-8 Oleate is a polyglycerol ester of oleic acid, produced by esterifying approximately 8 units of glycerol (in polymerized form) with oleic acid. It is an effective W/O (water-in-oil) and O/W (oil-in-water) emulsifier, valued for its mildness and dermatological profile. Derived from oleic acid (often from olive or sunflower oil), it is considered more eco-friendly and skin-friendly than ethoxylated alternatives. It also functions as a skin-conditioning agent and has been shown to support skin barrier integrity in studies. No significant safety concerns have been identified at cosmetic use levels.
Skin benefits
- Gentle emulsification
- Conditions skin
- Suitable for sensitive skin formulations
- Supports skin barrier
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry — regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
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