murphyOleic/Linoleic/Linolenic Polyglycerides
molecular structure · PubChem
AKA: Polyglyceryl esters
Synthetic
Emollient
Cleanser
Emulsifier
Skin Conditioner
Clean
OriginDerived from oleic, linoleic, and linolenic fatty acids, typically sourced from vegetable oils or synthesized from petrochemical feedstocks. Produced through esterification of these polyunsaturated fatty acids with glycerol and additional polyols to create polyglyceride compounds.
1,2,3-Propanetriol, mono-, di- and tri-esters with 9-(Z)-ocatadecenoic acid, 9,12-(Z,Z)-octadecadienoic acid and 9,12,15-(Z,Z,Z)-octadecatrienoic aicd, polymers
Form
Oil
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.
Cleansing
Makes oil and water mix so dirt, makeup, and sunscreen can actually be washed away. The reason your face wash foams.
Viscosity Controlling
Locks In Moisture
The paper trail
🔬Peer-reviewed1 paper →
⚖️Regulatory1 listing →
🛡️Safety-assessed1 review →
Counts, not a verdict. A listing isn't a study. The trail, you decide.
Verified Jun 2026
Data: CosIng · EWG · CIR