Polyglyceryl-4 Isostearate/Laurate
AKA “Isostearic/Lauric Acid Polyglyceryl Ester, Mixed Chain Emollient
Surfactant
Ingredient Facts
Polyglyceryl-4 isostearate/laurate
AKA: Isostearic/Lauric Acid Polyglyceryl Ester, Mixed Chain Emollient
Surfactant · Emulsifying · EWG: 4
Plant-Derived
Cleanser
Emulsifier
Plant Oil
Not Clean
Ester of tetraglycerol and a mixture of isostearic acid and lauric acid
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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
Locks In Moisture
Wound Healing
Mixes Oil & Water
Traditional Use
A dual-chain emulsifier combining isostearic and lauric acids with polyglyceryl technology. Created to balance cleansing and conditioning properties in multipurpose 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