Polyglyceryl-10 Tetralaurate
AKA “Polyglyceryl-10 Tetralaurate
Surfactant
Ingredient Facts
Polyglyceryl-10 tetralaurate
Surfactant · Cleansing · EWG: 4
Synthetic
Cleanser
Plant Oil
Not Clean
Tetraester of decaglycerol and lauric acid
Form
Liquid
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Functions
Cleansing
Makes oil and water mix so dirt, makeup, and sunscreen can actually be washed away. The reason your face wash foams.
Cleansing Surfactant
Removes Impurities
Traditional Use
Developed in the mid-20th century as a synthetic polyglyceryl ester emulsifier. Created to provide consistent emulsification properties in cosmetics and 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