Polyglyceryl-2 Sesquiisostearate
AKA “Diglyceryl diisostearate, DG195GP57P, DERMOL DGDIS, MATSUNATE DI, RISOREX PGIS22, CITHROL PG 22IS, EINECS 267-821-6, SALACOS 42V, COSMOL 42V, MATSUNATE MI-220
Surfactant
Ingredient Facts
Polyglyceryl-2 sesquiisostearate
AKA: Diglyceryl diisostearate, DG195GP57P, DERMOL DGDIS, MATSUNATE DI, RISOREX PGIS22, CITHROL PG 22IS, EINECS 267-821-6, SALACOS 42V, COSMOL 42V, MATSUNATE MI-220
Surfactant · Emulsifying · EWG: 1
Plant-Derived
Cleanser
Emulsifier
Plant Oil
Clean
Isooctadecanoic acid, diester with oxydi(propanediol)
Formula
C42H82O7
Mol. Weight
699.10
CAS #
67938-21-0
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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
Antioxidant Protection
UV Protection
Mixes Oil & Water
Traditional Use
Developed as a modern emulsifier combining polyglycerin with isostearic acid. Created to improve texture and stability in contemporary skincare and makeup formulations.
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: PubChem · CosIng · EWG · CIR