Polyglyceryl-4 Laurate

AKA: Lauric Acid Polyglyceryl Ester, Emulsifier

Synthetic

Cleanser

Emulsifier

Plant Oil

Clean

1,2,3-Propanetriol, homopolymer, dodecanoates (1:1) (4 mol glycerol average molar ratio)

CAS #

75798-42-4

Functions

Emulsifying

Forces oil and water to stay mixed instead of separating into layers. The unsung hero holding your lotion together.

Emulsifier

Anti-Aging Benefits

Mixes Oil & Water

Traditional Use

Synthesized as a gentle, biodegradable emulsifier from lauric acid and polyglycerol. Developed to replace harsh sulfate-based surfactants in cleansing products while maintaining efficacy.

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-reviewed1 paper →

⚖️Regulatory1 listing →

🛡️Safety-assessed2 reviews →

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Verified Jun 2026

Data: CosIng · EWG · CIR