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Ingredient Facts
Polyglyceryl-5 trimyristate
AKA: PG-5 Trimyristate
Surfactant · Emulsifying · EWG: 4
Synthetic
Cleanser
Emulsifier
Not Clean
Polyglyceryl-5 Trimyristate is the triester of myristic acid and Polyglycerin-5
CAS #
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Functions
Emulsifying
Forces oil and water to stay mixed instead of separating into layers. The unsung hero holding your lotion together.
Emulsifier
Mixes Oil & Water
Traditional Use
Developed in the late 20th century as a synthetic emulsifier created by esterifying polyglycerin with myristic acid (a fatty acid derived from nutmeg or palm oil). Used in modern cosmetics as a gentler alternative to traditional synthetic emulsifiers.