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Polyglyceryl-6 Tetracaprylate
AKA “Polyglyceryl-6 Tetracaprylate”
Surfactant
Ingredient Facts
Polyglyceryl-6 tetracaprylate
Surfactant · Cleansing · EWG: 4
Synthetic
Cleanser
Plant Oil
Not Clean
Tetraester of hexaglycerol and caprylic acid
Form
Liquid
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Functions
Cleansing
Makes oil and water mix so dirt, makeup, and sunscreen can actually be washed away. The reason your face wash foams.
Cleansing Surfactant
Removes Impurities
Traditional Use
Developed as a synthetic emulsifier combining polyglycerin with caprylic acid. Used in cosmetics for light-texture emulsification and conditioning.
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
USA✔ permitted
EU⚠ restricted
JAPAN⚠ restricted
CANADA⚠ restricted
Verified Jun 2026
Data: CosIng · EWG · CIR