Polyglyceryl-4 Laurate/Succinate
AKA “Lauric/Succinic Acid Polyglyceryl Ester, Mixed Chain Emulsifier
Ingredient
Ingredient Facts
Polyglyceryl-4 laurate/succinate
AKA: Lauric/Succinic Acid Polyglyceryl Ester, Mixed Chain Emulsifier
Ingredient · Emollient · EWG: 1
Synthetic
Emollient
Cleanser
Clean
Polyglyceryl-4 Laurate/Succinate is the monoester of Polyglycerin-4 and a mixture of lauric and succinic acids.
Form
Liquid
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Functions
Emollient
Fills in the tiny cracks between skin cells to make everything feel smooth and soft. The "silky finish" ingredient.
Surfactant
Makes oil and water mix so dirt, makeup, and sunscreen can actually be washed away. The reason your face wash foams.
Anti-Aging Benefits
Helps stabilize cosmetic formulas
Smooths and conditions skin
Supports moisture retention
Traditional Use
Developed as a multifunctional emulsifier combining lauric acid with succinate derived from fermentation. Designed to provide gentle yet effective emulsification in sustainable skincare 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: CosIng · EWG · CIR