Argan Oil Polyglyceryl 6 Esters
AKA: Argan polyglyceryl esters
Plant-Derived
Emollient
Skin Conditioner
Plant Oil
Clean
Argan Oil Polyglyceryl-6 Esters is a product obtained by the transesterification of ArganiaSpinosa Kernel Oil (q.v.) and Polyglycerin-6 (q.v.).
Family
Sapotaceae (Sapodilla family)
Plant Part
Kernel
Form
Oil
Functions
Emollient
Fills in the tiny cracks between skin cells to make everything feel smooth and soft. The "silky finish" ingredient.
Skin Conditioning
A catch-all term for ingredients that improve how skin looks and feels — softer, smoother, more supple. The workhorse behind most moisturizers.
Skin Conditioning Emollient
Surfactant Cleansing
Surfactant Emulsifying
Anti-Aging
Moisturizing
Fights Acne
Softens and smooths skin
Smooths and softens skin
Lifts away dirt and oil
Mixes oil and water
Traditional Use
A modern synthetic emulsifier developed in the late 20th century by combining argan oil with polyglyceryl esters to create a more stable, lighter-textured ingredient. Designed to provide emollient benefits of argan oil while improving formulation stability and absorption properties.
Skin Types
●all-skin-types, gentle
Best For
Dryness
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
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Verified Jun 2026
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