Polyglyceryl-10 Dodecacaprate
AKA “Polyglyceryl-10 dodecacaprate
Surfactant
Ingredient Facts
Polyglyceryl-10 dodecacaprate
Surfactant · Emulsifying · EWG: 4
Synthetic
Cleanser
Emulsifier
Not Clean
Dodecaester of decaglycerol and capric 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 synthetic emulsifier developed by esterifying polyglycerin with capric acid, created in recent decades for cosmetic use. Designed to provide mild emulsification and cleansing properties in modern skincare formulations.
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