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Sucrose Hexaoleate/Hexapalmitate/Hexastearate
AKA “Sucrose Hexaester”
Surfactant
Ingredient Facts
Sucrose hexaoleate/hexapalmitate/hexastearate
AKA: Sucrose Hexaester
Surfactant · Cleansing · EWG: 4
Plant-Derived
Cleanser
Emulsifier
Not Clean
Sucrose Hexaoleate/Hexapalmitate/Hexastearate is the hexaester of sucrose (q.v.) and oleic, palmitic and stearic acids
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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.
Emulsifying
Forces oil and water to stay mixed instead of separating into layers. The unsung hero holding your lotion together.
Cleansing Surfactant
Emulsifier
Anti-Aging Benefits
Antioxidant Protection
Reduces Inflammation
Removes Impurities
Mixes Oil & Water
Traditional Use
A complex synthetic ester combining sucrose with multiple fatty acids (oleic, palmitic, and stearic). Developed to function as a versatile emollient and emulsifier providing superior conditioning and stability in advanced cosmetic formulations.
Skin Types
●all-skin-types
Best For
General
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
EWG
4
CIR
Safe as used
Pregnancy
Yes
CIR Safety Findings
Not an Irritant
medical-approval
all-shades-safe
Regulatory Status
USA✔ permitted
EU⚠ restricted
JAPAN⚠ restricted
CANADA⚠ restricted
Verified Jun 2026
Data: CosIng · EWG · CIR