Emulsifier
CARAPA GUIANENSIS OIL POLYGLYCERYL-6 ESTERS
Safety score · 0–100
Fine
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
An emulsifier made by joining andiroba seed oil to polyglycerin. Works as a gentle skin-softening surfactant; well-tolerated but with little ingredient-specific safety data.
Function
Skin benefits
- Mild emulsifier and emollient
- Skin softening from andiroba fatty acids
- Generally well-tolerated
Known concerns
- Limited cosmetic-specific data on this ester form
- Possible sensitivity in nut/seed-allergic users
- Quality varies by source
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry: regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
Related emulsifiers
Same plant / compound family
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