Polyglyceryl-3 Myristate

AKA: Polyglyceryl-3 Ester, Emulsifier

Synthetic

Cleanser

Emulsifier

Not Clean

OriginDerived from glycerol and myristic acid (a saturated fatty acid), both synthetically produced or sourced from natural oils. Synthesized through esterification of polyglycerols with myristic acid under controlled conditions.

1,2,3-Propanetriol, homopolymer, tetradecanoates (1:1) (3 mol glycerol average molar ratio)

CAS #

-

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

Brightens Skin

Mixes Oil & Water

The paper trail

🔬Peer-reviewed1 paper →

⚖️Regulatory1 listing →

🛡️Safety-assessed1 review →

Counts, not a verdict. A listing isn't a study. The trail, you decide.

EWG

CIR

Safe as used

Pregnancy

Yes

Concentration Guide

CIR lists it as not reported to be in use.

CIR · report published 2023

Regulatory Status

USA✔ permitted

EU⚠ restricted

JAPAN⚠ restricted

CANADA⚠ restricted

Regulatory Agencies

EWG CIR FDA EU COSING Health Canada

Verified Jun 2026

Data: CosIng · EWG · CIR