murphyBabassu Oil Polyglyceryl-4 Esters
molecular structure · PubChem
AKA: Babassu Oil Esters, Polyglyceryl-4 Esters of Babassu Oil
Plant-Derived
Cleanser
Clean
OriginBabassu oil is derived from seeds of Orbignya oleifera (Arecaceae family), native to Brazil. Cold-pressed from the babassu palm seeds. Further processed through transesterification with polyglycerin-4 to create the ester.
Babassu Oil Polyglyceryl-4 Esters is the product obtained by the transesterification of Orbignya Oleifera Seed Oil and Polyglycerin-4
Family
Arecaceae (Palm family)
Plant Part
Seed
CAS #
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Form
Oil
Skin Types
●all-skin-types, gentle
Best For
General
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
Functions
Cleansing
Makes oil and water mix so dirt, makeup, and sunscreen can actually be washed away. The reason your face wash foams.
Cleansing Surfactant
Reduces Inflammation
Locks In Moisture
UV Protection
Removes Impurities
The paper trail
🔬Peer-reviewednone on file
⚖️Regulatory1 listing →
🛡️Safety-assessed2 reviews →
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Verified Jun 2026
Data: CosIng · EWG · CIR