Polyglyceryl-6 Heptacaprylate
AKA “Polyglyceryl-6 Heptacaprylate, PG-6 Heptacaprylate
Synthetic
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Ingredient Facts
Polyglyceryl-6 heptacaprylate
AKA: PG-6 Heptacaprylate
Synthetic · Surfactant - Emulsifying | Emollient | Skin Conditioning · EWG: 4
Plant-Derived
Emollient
Cleanser
Emulsifier
Skin Conditioner
Plant Oil
Synthetic
Clean
Heptaester of hexaglycerol and caprylic acid Science: Functions: Surfactant - Emulsifying Safety Ratings: CIR: Safe as used
Plant-Derived
Synthetic. Derived from glycerol and caprylic acid (a saturated fatty acid from coconut or palm oil). Synthesized through esterification reaction between polyglycerol and caprylic acid under catalytic conditions.
Function
Surfactant - Emulsifying | Emollient | Skin Conditioning
Benefits
Emulsifier
Mixes Oil & Water
Traditional Use
A complex synthetic emulsifier with seven caprylic acid chains esterified to polyglycerin, derived from coconut oil. Developed to provide enhanced emulsification and conditioning properties in modern cosmetics.
Skin Types
all-skin-types
Best For
Target
Dryness
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