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Apricot Kernel Oil Polyglyceryl-6 Esters
AKA “Apricot Kernel Oil Ester, Emollient Ester”
Essential Oil
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Ingredient Facts
Apricot kernel oil polyglyceryl-6 esters
AKA: Apricot Kernel Oil Ester, Emollient Ester
Essential Oil · Skin Conditioning - Emollient | Surfactant - Cleansing | Surfactant - Emulsifying · EWG: 1
Plant-Derived
Emollient
Cleanser
Emulsifier
Skin Conditioner
Essential Oil
Clean
Apricot Kernel Oil Polyglyceryl-6 Esters is the product obtained by the transesterification of Prunus Armeniaca (Apricot) Kernel Oil and Polyglycerin-6 Science: Origin: Botanic/Natural | Process: Cold Pressed / Solvent Extraction | Functions: Skin Conditioning, Skin Conditioning - Emollient, Surfactant - Cleansing, Surfactant - Emulsifying Safety Ratings: CIR: Safe as used
Family
Rosaceae (Rose family)
Plant Part
Kernel
CAS #
69071-70-1
Form
Oil
Plant-Derived
Botanical. From the Rosaceae family, apricot kernels are native to Central Asia and China. Cold-pressed from the kernel to obtain apricot kernel oil. Modified through transesterification with polyglycerin-6 to create emulsifying ester compounds.
Plant Source
Rosaceae (Rose family)
Plant Part
Kernel
Function
Skin Conditioning - Emollient | Surfactant - Cleansing | Surfactant - Emulsifying
Benefits
Locks In Moisture
Traditional Use
Synthetic emulsifier derived from apricot kernel oil, created as a modern cosmetic ingredient to enhance product spreadability and skin conditioning properties.
Skin Types
all-skin-types, gentle
Best For
Target
Dryness
Melanin-Rich Skin
Suitable
Pregnancy Safe
Yes
EWG Score1
CIR Safety Findings
ewg-1, medical-approval, pregnancy-nursing-safe, all-shades-safe, Not a Sensitizer
Regulatory Status
USA✔ permitted
EU⚠ restricted
JAPAN⚠ restricted
CANADA⚠ restricted
Verified Feb 2026
Data: CosIng · EWG · CIR