murphyPolyglyceryl-4 Laurate/Succinate
molecular structure · PubChem
AKA: Lauric/Succinic Acid Polyglyceryl Ester, Mixed Chain Emulsifier
Synthetic
Emollient
Cleanser
Clean
OriginDerived from polyglycerin-4 combined with lauric and succinic acids, both synthetic or plant-derived fatty acid components. Synthesized through esterification reaction between polyglycerin-4 and the mixture of lauric and succinic acids.
Polyglyceryl-4 Laurate/Succinate is the monoester of Polyglycerin-4 and a mixture of lauric and succinic acids.
Form
Liquid
Skin Types
●all-skin-types
Best For
General
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
Functions
Emollient
Fills in the tiny cracks between skin cells to make everything feel smooth and soft. The "silky finish" ingredient.
Surfactant
Makes oil and water mix so dirt, makeup, and sunscreen can actually be washed away. The reason your face wash foams.
Anti-Aging Benefits
Helps stabilize cosmetic formulas
Smooths and conditions skin
Supports moisture retention
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.
EWG
1
CIR
Safe as used
Pregnancy
Yes
CIR Safety Findings
Not a Skin Irritant
1 study / 1 not irritating (CIR 717)
Not an Eye Irritant
1 study / 1 not irritating (CIR 717)
Concentration Guide
CIR lists it as not reported to be in use.
CIR · report published 2023
Regulatory Agencies
Verified Jun 2026
Data: CosIng · EWG · CIR