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POLYGLYCERYL-6 MYRISTATE.

Valuable / SURFACTANT - EMULSIFYING

Polyglyceryl-6 Myristate is a hydrophilic, nonionic ingredient that functions as an emulsifier and skin conditioning agent. It stabilizes oil-in-water formulations, ensuring a smooth product texture, while also supporting skin hydration by forming a protective moisture barrier.

Emulsifier Skin conditioning agent Surfactant

Science

This ingredient operates primarily as a nonionic surfactant, efficiently bridging water and oil phases to create stable, uniform emulsions. On the skin, Polyglyceryl-6 Myristate acts as a conditioning agent, contributing to a protective film that helps reduce transepidermal water loss, thereby enhancing the skin's moisture retention, suppleness, and overall tactile quality.


Research

Low confidence
Effective range N/A
Optimal

N/A


Transparency

Not commonly dusted

The Formula

Solubility
Both
Optimal pH N/A
0 7 14

Stability

Polyglyceryl-6 Myristate, as a nonionic surfactant, demonstrates excellent resistance to both salts and acids, indicating robust stability across a wide pH range within cosmetic formulations.


Safety

CIR Status
Safe as used
Sensitization risk Low

The Cosmetic Ingredient Review (CIR) Expert Panel has evaluated Polyglyceryl-6 Myristate, alongside 274 related polyglyceryl fatty acid esters, confirming its safety for use in cosmetics when formulated to be non-irritating. Its acceptance by European Union cosmetic regulations further underscores its safety profile.


Your Skin

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

Our Assessment

Valuable

Polyglyceryl-6 Myristate is a valuable multi-functional ingredient, safely utilized as an emulsifier to refine product texture and as a skin conditioner to support epidermal hydration.


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