Hydroxystearic/Linolenic/Oleic Polyglycerides
AKA “Hydroxystearic Linolenic Oleic Polyglycerides
Synthetic
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Ingredient Facts
Hydroxystearic/linolenic/oleic polyglycerides
AKA: Hydroxystearic Linolenic Oleic Polyglycerides
Synthetic · Binding | Emulsion Stabilising | Skin Conditioning - Emollient · EWG: 1
Synthetic
Emollient
Emulsifier
Skin Conditioner
Plant Oil
Synthetic
Clean
A natural plant-based moisturizer derived from oils that softens skin and helps keep formulas stable and smooth.
Form
Oil
Synthetic
Botanical. Typically derived from coconut, palm kernel, or soybean oils as starting materials. Synthesized through esterification of fatty acids with polyglycerols to create polyglyceride compounds.
Function
Binding | Emulsion Stabilising | Skin Conditioning - Emollient
Benefits
Locks In Moisture
Traditional Use
A modern synthetic compound created to emulsify and condition cosmetic formulations. Developed in the late 20th century as a vegetable-derived alternative to petroleum-based emulsifiers, designed to improve stability and skin feel.
Skin Types
all-skin-types, gentle
Best For
Target
Dryness
Melanin-Rich Skin
Suitable
Pregnancy Safe
Yes
EWG Score1
CIR Safety Findings
ewg-1, pregnancy-nursing-safe, all-shades-safe
Regulatory Status
USAunder review
EUrestricted
JAPANrestricted
CANADArestricted
Verified Feb 2026
Data: CosIng · EWG · CIR