Polyglyceryl-2 Tetraisostearate
Also known as: Surfactant, Emulsifier, Emollient, Polyglyceryl-10 Dioleate, Polyglyceryl-10 Laurate, Polyglyceryl-10 Stearate, Polyglyceryl 2 Triisostearate
Used as emollient, surfactant, and emulsifier | Vegan ingredient
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EWG Safety Score
What Is Polyglyceryl-2 Tetraisostearate?
Polyglyceryl-2 tetraisostearate is a vegan ingredient that has several functions in cosmetics, including the ability to work as an emollient, a surfactant, and emulsifier. This makes it an appealing addition to moisturizers. In its raw form, polyglyceryl-2 tetraisostearate is a yellow liquid. It is ruled safe for as currently used in cosmetics (where its maximum concentration is 7%) by the independent Cosmetic Ingredient Review panel.
Clinical Evidence & References
Published Research
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Cosmetic Ingredient Review, Final Report, November 14, 2016 [https://www.cir-safety.org/sites/default/files/PGlyFE092016FR.pdf]
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SpecialChem, Polyglyceryl-2 Tetraisostearate [https://cosmetics.specialchem.com/inci-ingredients/polyglyceryl-2-tetraisostearate]
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UL Prospector, COSMOL 44V (SALACOS 44V) [https://www.ulprospector.com/en/asia/PersonalCare/Detail/19547/532840/COSMOL-44V-SALACOS-44V]
How widely it's used
Regulatory information
Standardised cosmetic-ingredient identifiers used by regulators.
Show identifiers
- INCI Name
- POLYGLYCERYL-2 TETRAISOSTEARATE
- EC Number
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- Function
- Emollient, Emulsion Stabilising, Skin Conditioning, Surfactant
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