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Emulsifier

POLYGLYCERYL-10 DODECACAPRYLATE

80

Safety score · 0–100

Good

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

A polyglycerol ester of caprylic acid used as a mild PEG-free emulsifier. Plant-friendly chemistry with a clean cosmetic safety profile.

Function

SURFACTANT - EMULSIFYING

Skin benefits

  • Mild O/W emulsifier
  • PEG-free formulation
  • Skin conditioning emollient

Known concerns

  • Limited dedicated dossier
  • Mild eye irritation at high %

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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