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Emulsifier

PALM OIL POLYGLYCERYL-3 ESTERS

82

Safety score · 0–100

Good

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

Palm oil esterified with polyglycerin-3 — a gentle non-ionic emulsifier useful for sensitive-skin and PEG-free formulations. Toxicologically very mild; the main concern is sustainable palm sourcing.

Function

SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENTSURFACTANT - EMULSIFYINGSKIN CONDITIONINGSURFACTANT - CLEANSING

Skin benefits

  • Mild emulsification
  • Sensitive-skin friendly
  • PEG-free alternative

Known concerns

  • Palm sourcing sustainability
  • No significant concerns at cosmetic concentrations

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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