Polyglyceryl-6 Sclerocarya Birrea Seedate
AKA “Marula Seed Oil Polyglyceryl-6 Esters
Surfactant
Ingredient Facts
Polyglyceryl-6 sclerocarya birrea seedate
AKA: Marula Seed Oil Polyglyceryl-6 Esters
Surfactant · Emollient · EWG: 4
Plant-Derived
Emollient
Cleanser
Emulsifier
Skin Conditioner
Not Clean
Polyglyceryl-6 Sclerocarya Birrea Seedate is the ester of Polyglyceryl-6 and the fatty acids obtained from Schinziophyton Rautanenii Kernel Oil
Family
Anacardiaceae (Cashew family)
Plant Part
Kernel
CAS #
-
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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.
Emulsifying
Forces oil and water to stay mixed instead of separating into layers. The unsung hero holding your lotion together.
Locks In Moisture
Traditional Use
A modern botanical emulsifier derived from polyglycerin and Sclerocarya birrea (marula tree) seed oil, traditionally used in Southern Africa for skin and hair conditioning. Combines synthetic emulsification technology with traditional African plant ingredient.
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