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Emulsifier

BORAGE SEED OIL POLYGLYCERYL-4 ESTERS

78

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.

Polyglyceryl esters made from borage (starflower) seed oil — a GLA-rich emollient/emulsifier. Skin-friendly chemistry; main caveat is oxidation if poorly preserved.

Function

SURFACTANT - EMULSIFYINGOPACIFYINGSOLVENTSURFACTANT - CLEANSING

Skin benefits

  • Emollient
  • Emulsifier
  • GLA support

Known concerns

  • Oxidation risk
  • Possible comedogenicity

References

EU

EU CosIng database

European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry: regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.

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