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PALM OIL POLYGLYCERYL-4 ESTERS.

Valuable CAS - / SKIN CONDITIONING, SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT, SURFACTANT - CLEANSING, SURFACTANT - EMULSIFYING

Palm Oil Polyglyceryl-4 Esters is a multi-functional ingredient that acts as a skin conditioning agent, emollient, and surfactant. It works to soften and smooth the skin's texture while also effectively blending oil and water phases as an emulsifier. This ingredient further supports skin barrier function and enhances moisturization.

Summary

Skin Conditioning Emollient Surfactant Emulsifying Cleansing

Science

Mechanism of Action

This ingredient functions by multiple mechanisms: as an emollient, it provides immediate skin softening and smoothing effects. As a surfactant, it lowers surface tension, facilitating effective cleansing and stabilizing oil-in-water or water-in-oil emulsions. Furthermore, it contributes to maintaining the skin's natural barrier integrity and enhancing moisture retention, thereby refining the overall sensory profile of cosmetic products.

Research

Clinical Evidence

Low confidence
Effective range N/A
Optimal

N/A

Key findings

  1. 01 No adverse effects.
  2. 02 40.7% increase in skin hydration.

Transparency

Dusting Analysis

Not commonly dusted

Data regarding dusting for this ingredient is not available.

The Formula

Formulation

Solubility
Both
Optimal pH N/A
0 7 14

Stability

The ingredient exhibits good thermal stability under neutral conditions, remaining stable below 100°C. However, its ester linkage makes it prone to accelerated hydrolysis in the presence of strong acids or bases.

Conflicts

  • strong acids
  • strong bases

Safety

Safety Profile

CIR Status
Safe as used
Sensitization risk Low

The Cosmetic Ingredient Review (CIR) Expert Panel assessed a broad family of 274 polyglyceryl fatty acid esters, including this ingredient, concluding they are safe for cosmetic use within current industry practices and concentrations, provided formulations are non-irritating. These esters are recognized as biodegradable, biocompatible, noncarcinogenic, and non-toxic. Formulators should be mindful of its potential to enhance the penetration of other ingredients.

Your Skin

Skin Compatibility

Yes Normal
Yes Dry
Yes Oily
Yes Sensitive
Irritancy Low
Comedogenicity Unknown

Our Assessment

Verdict

Valuable

Palm Oil Polyglyceryl-4 Esters is a valuable, multi-functional ingredient providing emollient, emulsifying, and cleansing properties, supported by a strong safety profile and broad compatibility across all skin types.

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