Polyglycerides
AKA “Polyglycerol esters, Polyglyceride complex
Synthetic
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Ingredient Facts
Polyglycerides
AKA: Polyglycerol esters, Polyglyceride complex
Synthetic · Skin Conditioning | Viscosity Controlling · EWG: 1
Plant-Derived
Skin Conditioner
Plant Oil
Synthetic
Clean
A plant-derived emollient from soybean oil that softens skin and helps create a smooth, luxurious texture in skincare products.
CAS #
912810-05-0
Form
Liquid
Plant-Derived
Synthetic. Typically derived from soybean, coconut, or palm oils as the starting material. Produced through glycerolysis or transesterification of plant triglycerides to create polyol esters.
Function
Skin Conditioning | Viscosity Controlling
Benefits
Locks in moisture
Traditional Use
Modern synthetic emulsifiers developed in the 20th century as alternatives to traditional plant and animal-derived emulsifiers. Used to stabilize oil-water mixtures in cosmetic formulations.
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
USApermitted
EUrestricted
JAPANrestricted
CANADArestricted
Verified Feb 2026
Data: CosIng · EWG · CIR