Polyglyceryl-4 Pentapalmitate/Stearate
molecular structure · PubChem
AKA: Palmitic/Stearic Acid Polyglyceryl Ester, Mixed Chain Emulsifier
Plant-Derived
Cleanser
Emulsifier
Not Clean
Polyglyceryl-4 Pentapalmitate/Stearate is the pentaester of a mixture of Palmitic Acid and Stearic Acid (q.v.) with Polyglycerin-4.
Functions
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.
Cleansing Surfactant
Emulsifier
Anti-Aging Benefits
Removes Impurities
Mixes Oil & Water
Traditional Use
A complex polyglyceryl emulsifier combining multiple palmitic and stearic acid chains. Designed to create stable, conditioning emulsions with superior skin feel in luxury skincare and makeup products.
Skin Types
●all-skin-types
Best For
General
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
The paper trail
🔬Peer-reviewednone on file
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🛡️Safety-assessed1 review →
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Verified Jun 2026
Data: CosIng · EWG · CIR