Polyglyceryl-10 Decaisostearate
AKA “Polyglyceryl-10 Decaisostearate
Emollient
Ingredient Facts
Polyglyceryl-10 decaisostearate
Emollient · Emollient · EWG: 1
Plant-Derived
Emollient
Skin Conditioner
Plant Oil
Clean
Decaester of decaglycerol and isostearic acid
Form
Liquid
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Functions
Emollient
Fills in the tiny cracks between skin cells to make everything feel smooth and soft. The "silky finish" ingredient.
Locks In Moisture
Traditional Use
Developed in the late 20th century as a synthetic emulsifier created by esterifying polyglycerin (a modern polymer) with isostearic acid. Used in cosmetics to stabilize oil-water emulsions and improve product texture without a traditional use history.
Skin Types
all-skin-types
Best For
General
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
EWG
1
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