Polyglyceryl-6 Pentaoleate
Polyglyceryl-6 Pentaoleate
POL
9/10
Concern level
High concern
Nonionic polyglycerol ester emulsifier and surfactant derived from polyglycerin-6 and oleic acid. It is used to help blend oils and water and is common in cleansing oils, emulsions, balms, and makeup formulas. CIR data indicate polyglyceryl fatty acid esters are safe in cosmetics in the present practices of use when formulated to be non-irritating.
Pore-clogging
Low
Pregnancy
Safe
Regulatory
No data
Chemical Properties
Typical Concentration
0.50% - 10.00%CAS Number: 104934-17-0
Skin Type Compatibility
dry skin8/10
oily skin5/10
sensitive skin7/10
acne prone4/10
mature skin7/10
normal skin8/10
Interactions
incompatible with: none clinically significant known; compatibility depends mainly on the overall emulsifier system and oil phase composition
Risks & Warnings
Generally low risk, but any surfactant/emulsifier can rarely contribute to irritation in very sensitive skin. Because it is an oleate-rich ester, it may be less ideal for users who are highly prone to clogged pores or fungal-acne complaints, though this concern is formulation-dependent rather than absolute.
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