murphyCastor Oil Polyglyceryl-6 Esters
AKA: Polyglyceryl-6 Esters of Castor Oil
Plant-Derived
Emollient
Cleanser
Emulsifier
Skin Conditioner
Plant Oil
Not Clean
OriginMember of the Euphorbiaceae (Spurge) family, castor oil originates from India and Brazil. Cold-pressed from castor seeds to produce the base oil. Combined with polyglycerin-6 through transesterification to create the ester compound.
Castor Oil Polyglyceryl-6 Esters is the product obtained by the transesterification of Ricinus Communis (Castor) Seed Oil and Polyglycerin-6.
Family
Euphorbiaceae (Spurge family)
Plant Part
Seed
CAS #
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Form
Oil
Skin Types
●all-skin-types
Best For
General
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
Functions
Skin Conditioning
A catch-all term for ingredients that improve how skin looks and feels — softer, smoother, more supple. The workhorse behind most moisturizers.
Emollient
Fills in the tiny cracks between skin cells to make everything feel smooth and soft. The "silky finish" ingredient.
Cleansing
Makes oil and water mix so dirt, makeup, and sunscreen can actually be washed away. The reason your face wash foams.
Emulsifying
Forces oil and water to stay mixed instead of separating into layers. The unsung hero holding your lotion together.
Locks In Moisture
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Verified Jun 2026
Data: CosIng · EWG · CIR