Polyglyceryl-20 Docosabehenate/Oleate
AKA “Polyglyceryl-20 Ester, Emulsifier
Synthetic
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Ingredient Facts
Polyglyceryl-20 docosabehenate/oleate
AKA: Polyglyceryl-20 Ester, Emulsifier
Synthetic · Skin Conditioning - Emollient | Surfactant - Cleansing | Surfactant - Emulsifying · EWG: 4
Plant-Derived
Emollient
Cleanser
Emulsifier
Skin Conditioner
Synthetic
Clean
Polyglyceryl-20 Docosabehenate/Oleate is the docosaester of Polyglycerin-20 with a mixture of behenic and oleic acids. Science: Functions: Skin Conditioning, Skin Conditioning - Emollient, Surfactant - Cleansing, Surfactant - Emulsifying Safety Ratings: CIR: Safe as used
Plant-Derived
Synthetic. Derived from polyglycerin (a synthetic polymer) combined with behenic and oleic acids (fatty acids from plant oils). Synthesized through esterification of polyglycerin-20 with a mixture of behenic and oleic acids.
Function
Skin Conditioning - Emollient | Surfactant - Cleansing | Surfactant - Emulsifying
Benefits
Locks In Moisture
Traditional Use
A modern multi-fatty acid emulsifier combining polyglycerin with docosahexanoic and oleic acids. Developed to create stable, luxurious formulations with enhanced skin-conditioning benefits in premium skincare.
Skin Types
all-skin-types
Best For
Target
General
Melanin-Rich Skin
Suitable
Pregnancy Safe
Yes
EWG Score4
CIR Safety Findings
medical-approval, all-shades-safe, Not a Sensitizer
Regulatory Status
USApermitted
EUrestricted
JAPANrestricted
CANADArestricted
Verified Feb 2026
Data: CosIng · EWG · CIR