Polyglyceryl-6 Tetrabehenate
AKA “Polyglyceryl-6 Tetrabehenate
Surfactant
Ingredient Facts
Polyglyceryl-6 tetrabehenate
Surfactant · Emulsifying · EWG: 4
Synthetic
Cleanser
Emulsifier
Not Clean
Tetraester of hexaglycerol and behenic acid
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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 modern synthetic emulsifier derived from polyglycerin and behenic acid (a long-chain fatty acid). Used in cosmetics for stable emulsification in creams and conditioning products.
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