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Emulsifier

SHEA BUTTER POLYGLYCERYL-3 ESTERS

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Safety score · 0–100

Fine

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

About

A blend of shea butter fatty acids esterified with polyglycerin-3. Acts as a mild emollient and emulsifier. Likely well-tolerated like shea derivatives, but with limited public data.

Function

EMULSION STABILISINGHAIR CONDITIONINGSKIN CONDITIONINGSURFACTANT - CLEANSINGVISCOSITY CONTROLLING

Skin benefits

  • Skin-conditioning emollient
  • Mild non-ionic emulsifier
  • Derived from shea butter

Known concerns

  • Limited published cosmetic safety data
  • Possible nut-source allergen sensitivity in rare cases

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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