murphyPalm Kernel Oil Polyglyceryl-4 Esters
AKA: Polyglyceryl-4 Palm Kernel Oil Esters
Plant-Derived
Cleanser
Emulsifier
Solvent
Not Clean
OriginDerived from the kernels of the African oil palm (Elaeis guineensis), a tropical plant in the Arecaceae family. Solvent-extracted from the kernel. Further processed through transesterification with polyglycerin-4 to create an emulsifying ester.
Palm Kernel Oil Polyglyceryl-4 Esters is the product obtained by the transesterification of Elaeis Guineensis Kernel Oil and Polyglycerin-4.
Family
Arecaceae (Palm family)
Plant Part
Kernel
CAS #
101403-98-9
Form
Oil
Skin Types
●all-skin-types
Best For
General
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
Functions
Opacifying
Solvent
Dissolves other ingredients so they distribute evenly in the formula. Often the invisible "base" everything else is mixed into.
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.
Adds Opacity
Dissolves Ingredients
Cleansing Surfactant
Emulsifier
Antioxidant Protection
Reduces Inflammation
Fights Bacteria
Lifts away dirt and oil
Mixes oil and water
Creates creamy opacity
Dissolves other ingredients
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Verified Jun 2026
Data: CosIng · EWG · CIR