Polyglyceryl-8 Oleate
AKA “Polyglyceryl-8 Oleate
Surfactant
Ingredient Facts
Polyglyceryl-8 oleate
Surfactant · Emulsifying · EWG: 4
Synthetic
Cleanser
Emulsifier
Plant Oil
Not Clean
1,2,3-Propanetriol, homopolymer, (Z)-, 9-octadecenoate
CAS #
9007-48-1, 75719-56-1
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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 plant-based emulsifier created by esterifying glycerin with oleic acid, a fatty acid traditionally extracted from olive and other oils. Developed as a modern alternative to synthetic emulsifiers.
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