INCI Name
Polyglyceryl-4 Oleate
Botanical Name
None
Polyglyceryl-4 Oleate is a mild, plant-derived emulsifier and solubilizer formed by esterifying polyglycerin with oleic acid. Used in natural formulations, it provides gentle emulsification, stability, and conditioning benefits suitable for all skin types.
Emulsifier, solubilizer, surfactant, skin conditioning
Product Type(s):
Typical Usage Range:
1–10% depending on formulation; typical at 2–5%
Provides gentle emulsification for oil-in-water systems, enhances mildness of formulations, improves spreadability, supports skin conditioning
Primary Components:
Polyglycerin esters of oleic acid
Generally recognized as safe; excessive use may destabilize emulsions; avoid in very high concentrations in sensitive skin products
Preferred Extraction Method:
Esterification of plant-derived oleic acid with polyglycerin
Prefer versions derived from non-GMO plant oils; verify oleic acid source (sunflower, olive, or palm); eco-cert options available
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Polyglyceryl-4 Oleate
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