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Emulsifier

CARAPA GUAIANENSIS OIL POLYGLYCERYL-6 ESTERS

75

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

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

A polyglycerol ester of andiroba (Amazon mahogany) oil, used as a mild plant-derived emulsifier and emollient. Generally well tolerated; sustainability is the main issue.

Function

SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT

Skin benefits

  • Self-emulsifying plant-oil derivative
  • Andiroba oil delivers limonoid antioxidants
  • Mild and skin-conditioning

Known concerns

  • Andiroba oil constituents include bitter limonoids that can mildly irritate
  • Sustainability of Amazonian sourcing
  • Limited cosmetic dossier

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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