Polyglyceryl-5 Tristearate
AKA “Diglycerin distearate, DIGLYCERYL DISTEARATE, STEARIC ACID, DIESTER WITH DIGLYCEROL, Polyglyceryl stearate, RefChem:175151, UNII-1XAX7BOH4W, UNII-1Z95EWX28V”
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Ingredient Facts
Polyglyceryl-5 tristearate
AKA: Diglycerin distearate, DIGLYCERYL DISTEARATE, STEARIC ACID, DIESTER WITH DIGLYCEROL, Polyglyceryl stearate, RefChem:175151, UNII-1XAX7BOH4W, UNII-1Z95EWX28V
Synthetic · Surfactant - Emulsifying | Emollient | Skin Conditioning · EWG: 4
Synthetic
Emollient
Cleanser
Emulsifier
Skin Conditioner
Plant Oil
Synthetic
Clean
A natural plant-derived emulsifier that helps blend water and oil-based ingredients together, creating a smooth, unified texture in your product.
Formula
C42H82O7
Mol. Weight
699.10
CAS #
9009-32-9
Synthetic
Botanical. Typically derived from coconut, palm kernel, or soybean oils as starting materials. Synthesized through polyesterification of glycerin and stearic acid via esterification reaction.
Function
Surfactant - Emulsifying | Emollient | Skin Conditioning
Benefits
Emulsifier
Mixes Oil & Water
Traditional Use
A modern synthetic emulsifier developed by esterifying polyglycerin with stearic acid, a saturated fatty acid traditionally derived from animal fats or vegetable sources. Designed to provide stable emulsification in skincare formulations.
Skin Types
all-skin-types
Best For
Target
Dryness
Melanin-Rich Skin
Suitable
Pregnancy Safe
Yes
Verified Feb 2026
Data: PubChem · CosIng · EWG · CIR