Polyglyceryl-2 Tetraisostearate

AKA “Cithrol PG24IS, Salacos 44V, Cosmol 44V, KN8R167SEQ, S-FACE IS-204 P, UNII-KN8R167SEQ, 121440-30-0, RefChem:175154, SCHEMBL26715725, PVQZOFSIXYDDHY-UHFFFAOYSA-N”

Surfactant

Ingredient Facts

Polyglyceryl-2 tetraisostearate

AKA: Cithrol PG24IS, Salacos 44V, Cosmol 44V, KN8R167SEQ, S-FACE IS-204 P, UNII-KN8R167SEQ, 121440-30-0, RefChem:175154, SCHEMBL26715725, PVQZOFSIXYDDHY-UHFFFAOYSA-N

Surfactant · Emollient · EWG: 1

Plant-Derived

Emollient

Cleanser

Emulsifier

Skin Conditioner

Clean

Polyglyceryl-2 tetraisostearate consist of 1,2,3-Propanetriol, homopolymer, isooctadecanoates (1:4) (2 mol glycerol average molar ratio)

Formula

C78H150O9

Mol. Weight

1232.00

CAS #

121440-30-0

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Functions

Emulsion Stabilising

Forces oil and water to stay mixed instead of separating into layers. The unsung hero holding your lotion together.

Skin Conditioning

A catch-all term for ingredients that improve how skin looks and feels — softer, smoother, more supple. The workhorse behind most moisturizers.

Emollient

Fills in the tiny cracks between skin cells to make everything feel smooth and soft. The "silky finish" ingredient.

Cleansing

Makes oil and water mix so dirt, makeup, and sunscreen can actually be washed away. The reason your face wash foams.

Locks In Moisture

Traditional Use

Synthesized in the late 20th century as a stable emulsifier combining polyglycerin with isostearic acid. Created to improve formula stability and skin conditioning in modern skincare products.