Polyglyceryl-4 Diisostearate/Polyhydroxystearate/Sebacate

Polyglyceryl-4 Diisostearate/Polyhydroxystearate/Sebacate molecular structure
molecular structure · PubChem
AKA: Polyglyceryl Ester
Plant-Derived
Cleanser
Emulsifier
Clean
Polyglyceryl-4 Diisostearate/Polyhydroxystearate/Sebacate is a diester of a mixture of isostearic, polyhydroxystearic and sebacic acids with Polyglycerin-4
CAS #
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Form
Oil
Functions
Emulsion Stabilising
Forces oil and water to stay mixed instead of separating into layers. The unsung hero holding your lotion together.
Cleansing
Makes oil and water mix so dirt, makeup, and sunscreen can actually be washed away. The reason your face wash foams.
Emulsifying
Forces oil and water to stay mixed instead of separating into layers. The unsung hero holding your lotion together.
Stabilizes Emulsion
Cleansing Surfactant
Emulsifier
Anti-Aging Benefits
Lifts away dirt and oil
Mixes oil and water
Keeps product blended
Traditional Use
A complex synthetic emulsifier developed for advanced cosmetic formulations in the late 20th century. Created to provide multi-functional stabilization and conditioning in sophisticated skincare and makeup products.
EWG
1
CIR
Safe
Pregnancy
Yes
CIR Safety Findings
ewg-1
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-assessed1 review →
Counts, not a verdict. A listing isn't a study. The trail, you decide.
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Verified Jun 2026
Data: CosIng · EWG · CIR