WATERMELON SEED OIL POLYGLYCERYL-6 ESTERS

Surfactant

82

Good

About WATERMELON SEED OIL POLYGLYCERYL-6 ESTERS

A plant-derived emulsifying surfactant and skin conditioning agent made from watermelon seed oil and polyglycerin-6, generally well-tolerated on skin.

Detailed Analysis

Watermelon seed oil is rich in linoleic acid (omega-6) and tocopherols. When transesterified with polyglycerin-6 it forms a mild emulsifier suitable for skin care. The ozone-layer depletion restriction noted is likely a generic CosIng flag for the substance category and does not indicate the ingredient itself is restricted. No EU Annex II or III restrictions apply. PEG-free emulsifier increasingly used in 'natural' formulations.

What It Does

SURFACTANT - EMULSIFYING SKIN CONDITIONING

Skin Benefits

  • ✓ High linoleic acid content supports skin barrier function
  • ✓ Non-ionic emulsifier — mild and non-irritating in formulations
  • ✓ Nourishing emollient from renewable plant source

Safety Score

82

Good

Based on EU regulatory data, published safety research, and ingredient function analysis.

References

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EU CosIng Database

European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry

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This information is for educational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice. Always consult a healthcare professional for skin concerns or allergies.