Polyglyceryl-3 beeswax

Polyglyceryl-3 beeswax molecular structure
molecular structure · PubChem
AKA: Beeswax Derivative
Allergen Warning
⚠️ Bee / Insect
Plant-Derived
Cleanser
Emulsifier
Bee Product
Wax
Clean
Ester of triglycerol and beeswax fatty acids
CAS #
136097-93-3
Form
Wax
Functions
Emulsifying
Forces oil and water to stay mixed instead of separating into layers. The unsung hero holding your lotion together.
Emulsifier
Brightens Skin
Mixes Oil & Water
Traditional Use
This is a modern synthetic emulsifier derived from plant-based glycerin and beeswax, developed in the late 20th century to create stable cosmetic emulsions. It was designed as a more natural-origin alternative to purely synthetic emulsifiers.
EWG
1
CIR
Safe as used
Pregnancy
Yes
CIR Safety Findings
Not a Sensitizer
ewg-1
medical-approval
pregnancy-nursing-safe
all-shades-safe
Regulatory Status
USA✔ permitted
EU⚠ restricted
JAPAN⚠ restricted
CANADA⚠ restricted
Skin Types
●all-skin-types, gentle
Best For
General
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
The paper trail
🔬Peer-reviewednone on file
⚖️Regulatory1 listing →
🛡️Safety-assessed2 reviews →
Counts, not a verdict. A listing isn't a study. The trail, you decide.
Verified Jun 2026
Data: CosIng · EWG · CIR