Polyglyceryl-10 Hydroxystearate/Stearate/Eicosadioate
AKA “Polyglyceryl-10 hydroxystearate/stearate/eicosadioate
Skin Conditioning
Ingredient Facts
Polyglyceryl-10 hydroxystearate/stearate/eicosadioate
Skin Conditioning · Skin Conditioning · EWG: 4
Plant-Derived
Skin Conditioner
Not Clean
Polyglyceryl-10 Hydroxystearate/Stearate/Eicosadioate is the monoester of Polyglycerin-10 with a blend of hydroxystearic, stearic and eicosandioic acids
CAS #
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Form
Liquid
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Functions
Skin Conditioning
A catch-all term for ingredients that improve how skin looks and feels — softer, smoother, more supple. The workhorse behind most moisturizers.
Locks in moisture
Traditional Use
Developed as a multifunctional synthetic emulsifier combining polyglycerin with various fatty acids and derivatives. Used in cosmetics to stabilize formulations and improve moisturizing properties.
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