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PALM OIL POLYGLYCERYL-6 ESTERS.

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

Palm Oil Polyglyceryl-6 Esters is a versatile ingredient derived from palm oil, primarily functioning as an emulsifier to ensure stable formulations. It also delivers significant skin conditioning and emollient benefits, enhancing skin hydration and softness. Its low irritancy profile makes it suitable for sensitive skin.

Summary

Emulsifying Skin conditioning Emollient Cleansing agent Solubilizing

Science

Mechanism of Action

This ingredient operates primarily as an emulsifier, effectively blending oil and water phases to create stable cosmetic formulations. On the skin, it acts as a conditioning agent and emollient, promoting a soft, smooth feel and helping to maintain the skin's natural moisture barrier. Furthermore, it aids in cleansing and can facilitate the absorption of other active ingredients, also serving as a solubilizing agent for certain compounds.

Research

Clinical Evidence

Low confidence
Effective range N/A
Optimal

N/A

Key findings

  1. 01 General palm oil esters demonstrated non-irritancy, with a Human Irritancy Equivalent (HIE) score below 0.9.
  2. 02 An acute moisturizing test showed that general palm oil esters increased skin hydration by 40.7% after 90 minutes of application.
  3. 03 Polyglycerol esters as a class were found to not cause adverse effects at a test concentration of 5 wt%.

Transparency

Dusting Analysis

Not commonly dusted

The Formula

Formulation

Solubility
Both
Optimal pH N/A
0 7 14

Stability

Polyglycerol fatty acid esters exhibit robust thermal stability under neutral conditions below 100°C. Their ester linkages are susceptible to hydrolysis, which can be accelerated by 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 concluded that 274 polyglyceryl fatty acid esters, including Palm Oil Polyglyceryl-6 Esters, are safe for use in cosmetics under current practices and concentrations, provided they are formulated to be non-irritating. Polyglycerol is considered a greener alternative to PEG-based derivatives, mitigating potential 1,4-dioxane risks (SCCS recommends ≤10 ppm in finished products). These esters have also been broadly approved as food additives in the U.S. since the 1960s.

Your Skin

Skin Compatibility

Yes Normal
Yes Dry
No Oily
Yes Sensitive
Irritancy Low
Comedogenicity Unknown

Our Assessment

Verdict

Valuable

Palm Oil Polyglyceryl-6 Esters is a valuable multifunctional ingredient, offering effective emulsification, significant skin conditioning, and emollient benefits with a demonstrated low irritancy profile.

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