OriginTypically derived from coconut, palm kernel, or soybean oils containing fatty acids and glycerin. Synthesized through esterification of polyglycerin with stearic acid under controlled chemical conditions.
1,2,3-Propanetriol, homopolymer, octadecanoates (1:3) (10 mol glycerol average molar ratio)
Formula
C84H164O23
Mol. Weight
1542.20
CAS #
12709-64-7
Form
Liquid
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.
Locks in moisture
The paper trail
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EWG
1
CIR
Safe as used
Pregnancy
Yes
Concentration Guide
CIR's newest survey reports no concentration of use.
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