Polyglyceryl-2 Stearate

AKA: 3-Dihydroxypropyl 2, 3-dideoxy-2-hexadecylpentonate, 12694-22-3, Diglyceryl monostearate
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Plant-Derived
Cleanser
Emulsifier
Clean
OriginTypically derived from coconut, palm kernel, or soybean oils as the natural starting materials. Synthesized through esterification of polyglycerol with stearic acid to create the emulsifying compound.
Stearic acid, monoester with oxybis(propanediol)
Formula
C24H48O6
Mol. Weight
432.60
CAS #
12694-22-3
Skin Types
●all-skin-types
Best For
General
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
Functions
Emulsifying
Forces oil and water to stay mixed instead of separating into layers. The unsung hero holding your lotion together.
Emulsifier
Antioxidant Protection
UV Protection
Mixes Oil & Water
The paper trail
🔬Peer-reviewed1 paper →
⚖️Regulatory1 listing →
🛡️Safety-assessed2 reviews →
Counts, not a verdict. A listing isn't a study. The trail, you decide.
EWG
1
CIR
Safe as used
Pregnancy
Yes
Concentration Guide
Leave-on0.16–2.2%
Rinse-off0.2%
0%50%100%
CIR reported use · report published 2023
Regulatory Status
USA✔ permitted
EU⚠ restricted
JAPAN⚠ restricted
CANADA⚠ restricted
Verified Jun 2026
Data: PubChem · CosIng · EWG · CIR