Castor Oil Polyglyceryl-6 Esters
AKA “Polyglyceryl-6 Esters of Castor Oil”
Carrier Oil
Ingredient Facts
Castor oil polyglyceryl-6 esters
AKA: Polyglyceryl-6 Esters of Castor Oil
Carrier Oil · Emollient · EWG: 4
Plant-Derived
Emollient
Cleanser
Emulsifier
Skin Conditioner
Plant Oil
Not Clean
Castor Oil Polyglyceryl-6 Esters is the product obtained by the transesterification of Ricinus Communis (Castor) Seed Oil and Polyglycerin-6.
Family
Euphorbiaceae (Spurge family)
Plant Part
Seed
CAS #
-
Form
Oil
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Functions
Skin Conditioning
A catch-all term for ingredients that improve how skin looks and feels — softer, smoother, more supple. The workhorse behind most moisturizers.
Emollient
Fills in the tiny cracks between skin cells to make everything feel smooth and soft. The "silky finish" ingredient.
Cleansing
Makes oil and water mix so dirt, makeup, and sunscreen can actually be washed away. The reason your face wash foams.
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 synthetic ester derived from castor oil and polyglycerin, developed in the late 20th century. Designed as an emulsifier and natural-derived alternative to synthetic emulsifiers in modern skincare and cosmetics.
Skin Types
●all-skin-types
Best For
General
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
Verified Jun 2026
Data: CosIng · EWG · CIR