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Emulsifier

POLYGLYCERYL-10 DODECACAPRATE

83

Safety score · 0–100

Good

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

A highly esterified emulsifier from decaglycerol and capric acid (a coconut-derived medium-chain fatty acid). Provides excellent emulsion stability and a light, non-greasy skin feel; mild and biodegradable.

Function

SURFACTANT - EMULSIFYING

Skin benefits

  • Excellent emulsification
  • Light, non-greasy skin feel
  • Plant-derived (coconut)
  • Biodegradable

Known concerns

  • Limited dedicated dossier
  • Hydrolysis sensitivity at extreme pH

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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