Polyglyceryl-20 Heptacaprylate

AKA: Polyglyceryl-20 Ester, Emulsifier

Synthetic

Cleanser

Not Clean

1,2,3-Propanetriol homopolymer (20 mol average), heptaoctanoate

CAS #

-

Form

Liquid

Functions

Cleansing

Makes oil and water mix so dirt, makeup, and sunscreen can actually be washed away. The reason your face wash foams.

Cleansing Surfactant

Removes Impurities

Traditional Use

Synthesized as a modern emulsifier combining polyglycerin with seven caprylic acid chains. Engineered to provide gentle, plant-based cleansing and emulsifying properties in contemporary skincare products.

EWG

CIR

Safe as used

Pregnancy

Yes

CIR Safety Findings

Not a Sensitizer

medical-approval

all-shades-safe

Regulatory Status

USA✔ permitted

EU⚠ restricted

JAPAN⚠ restricted

CANADA⚠ restricted

Regulatory Agencies

EWG CIR FDA EU COSING Health Canada

Skin Types

●all-skin-types

Best For

General

Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe

Yes

The paper trail

🔬Peer-reviewednone on file

⚖️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