Polyglyceryl-5 Trioleate

AKA: PG-5 Trioleate

Synthetic

Emollient

Cleanser

Emulsifier

Skin Conditioner

Clean

OriginDerived from oleic acid and polyglycerin-5, both produced from synthetic or plant-based sources. Synthesized through esterification of polyglycerin-5 with oleic acid under controlled chemical conditions.

Polyglyceryl-5 Trioleate is the triester of oleic acid and Polyglycerin-5

CAS #

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Skin Types

●all-skin-types

Best For

Dryness

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.

Emulsifying

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

Locks In Moisture

The paper trail

🔬Peer-reviewed1 paper →

⚖️Regulatory1 listing →

🛡️Safety-assessed2 reviews →

Counts, not a verdict. A listing isn't a study. The trail, you decide.

EWG

CIR

Safe as used

Pregnancy

Yes

Concentration Guide

Leave-onNot reported

Rinse-off2.8%

0%50%100%

CIR reported use · report published 2023

Regulatory Status

USA✔ permitted

EU⚠ restricted

JAPAN⚠ restricted

CANADA⚠ restricted

Regulatory Agencies

EWG CIR FDA EU COSING Health Canada

Verified Jun 2026

Data: CosIng · EWG · CIR