Polyglyceryl-10 Decahydroxystearate
AKA “Polyglyceryl-10 Decahydroxystearate
Surfactant
Ingredient Facts
Polyglyceryl-10 decahydroxystearate
Surfactant · Emulsifying · EWG: 4
Plant-Derived
Cleanser
Emulsifier
Plant Oil
Not Clean
Decaester of decaglycerol and hydroxystearic acid
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Functions
Emulsifying
Forces oil and water to stay mixed instead of separating into layers. The unsung hero holding your lotion together.
Emulsifier
Mixes Oil & Water
Traditional Use
A multi-hydroxylated fatty acid ester of glycerin developed for emulsifying plant oils in water-based formulations. Used as a natural-derived emulsifier in modern clean beauty skincare products.
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
USApermitted
EUrestricted
JAPANrestricted
CANADArestricted
Verified Jun 2026
Data: CosIng · EWG · CIR