Carapa Guaianensis Oil Polyglyceryl-6 Esters
AKA “Andiroba Oil Polyglyceryl-6 Esters
Essential Oil
Ingredient Facts
Carapa guaianensis oil polyglyceryl-6 esters
AKA: Andiroba Oil Polyglyceryl-6 Esters
Essential Oil · Emollient · EWG: 4
Plant-Derived Synthetic
Emollient
Emulsifier
Skin Conditioner
Essential Oil
Clean
Carapa Guaianensis Oil Polyglyceryl-6 Esters is the product obtained by the transesterification of Carapa Guainensis Seed Oil and Polyglycerin-6 Science: Origin: Botanic/Natural | Functions: Skin Conditioning - Emollient Safety Ratings: CIR: Safe as used
CAS #
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Form
Oil
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Functions
Emollient
Fills in the tiny cracks between skin cells to make everything feel smooth and soft. The "silky finish" ingredient.
Emulsifying
Forces oil and water to stay mixed instead of separating into layers. The unsung hero holding your lotion together.
Locks In Moisture
Traditional Use
A modern processed derivative of andiroba oil from the Amazon rainforest. Andiroba has been used by indigenous peoples for centuries as a skin healer and insect repellent; this formulation modernizes that traditional use.
Skin Types
all-skin-types
Best For
Dryness
Melanin-Rich Skin
Suitable
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
EWG
4
CIR
Insufficient
Pregnancy
Yes
CIR Safety Findings
Not a Sensitizer
medical-approval
all-shades-safe
Regulatory Status
USAunder review
EUrestricted
JAPANrestricted
CANADArestricted
Verified Feb 2026
Data: CosIng · EWG · CIR