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Polyglyceryl-10 Decaethylhexanoate
AKA “Polyglyceryl-10 Decaethylhexanoate”
Humectant
Ingredient Facts
Polyglyceryl-10 decaethylhexanoate
Humectant · Humectant · EWG: 4
Synthetic
Humectant
Not Clean
Polyglyceryl-10 Decaethylhexanoate is the decaester of 2-ethylhexanoic acid and Polyglycerin-10
CAS #
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Form
Liquid
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Functions
Humectant
A moisture magnet. Pulls water from the air and deeper skin layers up to the surface to keep skin plump and hydrated.
Locks In Moisture
Traditional Use
A specialized ester surfactant developed for high-performance cosmetic formulations. Functions as an emulsifier and texture modifier in advanced skincare and color cosmetics.
Skin Types
●all-skin-types
Best For
General
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
EWG
4
CIR
Safe as used
Pregnancy
Yes
CIR Safety Findings
Not a Sensitizer
medical-approval
all-shades-safe
Regulatory Status
USA✔ permitted
EU⚠ restricted
JAPAN⚠ restricted
CANADA⚠ restricted
Verified Jun 2026
Data: CosIng · EWG · CIR