Polyglyceryl-5 Oleate
AKA “Polyglyceryl-5 Oleate
Surfactant
Ingredient Facts
Polyglyceryl-5 oleate
Surfactant · Emulsifying · EWG: 1
Synthetic
Cleanser
Emulsifier
Plant Oil
Clean
1,2,3-Propanetriol, homopolymer, 9-(Z)-octadecanoates (1:1) (5 mol glycerol average molar ratio)
CAS #
86529-98-8
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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
Mixes Oil & Water
Traditional Use
A plant-derived style emulsifier created from polyglycerin and oleic acid. Developed to provide cosmetic formulations with improved skin feel and conditioning properties while maintaining emulsification stability.
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