Hydroxystearic/Linolenic/Linoleic Polyglycerides

AKA: Mixed Fatty Acid Polyglycerides
Plant-Derived
Emollient
Emulsifier
Skin Conditioner
Clean
OriginTypically derived from coconut, palm kernel, or soybean oils as the primary starting materials. Produced through esterification of polyhydric alcohols (glycerol) with hydroxylated and unsaturated fatty acids.
Hydroxystearic/Linolenic/Linoleic Polyglycerides is formed by the polymerization of a mixture of the mono-, di-, and triglycerides of hydroxystearic, linolenic and linoleic acids
CAS #
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Form
Liquid
Skin Types
●all-skin-types, gentle
Best For
Dryness
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
Functions
Binding
Emulsion Stabilising
Forces oil and water to stay mixed instead of separating into layers. The unsung hero holding your lotion together.
Emollient
Fills in the tiny cracks between skin cells to make everything feel smooth and soft. The "silky finish" ingredient.
Viscosity Controlling
Locks In Moisture
The paper trail
🔬Peer-reviewednone on file
⚖️Regulatory1 listing →
🛡️Safety-assessed1 review →
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EWG
1
CIR
Safe
Pregnancy
Yes
Regulatory Status
USA✔ permitted
EU⚠ restricted
JAPAN⚠ restricted
CANADA⚠ restricted
Verified Jun 2026
Data: CosIng · EWG · CIR