Polyglyceryl-6 Trichilia Emetica Seedate
AKA “Polyglyceryl-6 Trichilia Emetica Seedate, Neem Oil Ester
Surfactant
Ingredient Facts
Polyglyceryl-6 trichilia emetica seedate
AKA: Neem Oil Ester
Surfactant · Emollient · EWG: 4
Plant-Derived
Emollient
Cleanser
Emulsifier
Skin Conditioner
Not Clean
Polyglyceryl-6 Trichilia Emetica Seedate is the ester of Polyglyceryl-6 and the fatty acids obtained from Trichilia Emetica Seed Butter
Family
Meliaceae (Mahogany family)
Plant Part
Seed
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 Trichilia emetica (African mahogany) seed oil, traditionally used in African folk medicine and cosmetics. Combines synthetic emulsification with a traditional African botanical 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