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Emulsifier

SUNFLOWER SEED OIL POLYGLYCERYL-5 ESTERS

78

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

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

Sunflower oil esterified with polyglycerin to give a PEG-free emulsifier and emollient. Mild and well tolerated, used widely in clean-beauty formulations.

Function

SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENTSURFACTANT - EMULSIFYINGSKIN CONDITIONINGSURFACTANT - CLEANSING

Skin benefits

  • Plant-derived emollient
  • Mild emulsifier
  • Skin softening
  • PEG-free

Known concerns

  • Limited dedicated safety reviews
  • Possible mild comedogenicity
  • Composition can vary

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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