Polyglyceryl-6 Caprate

AKA: PG-6 Caprate

Synthetic

Cleanser

Emulsifier

Not Clean

OriginDerived from capric acid (a saturated fatty acid) and polyglycerin-6, both synthetic or synthetically derived compounds. Synthesized through esterification of polyglycerin-6 with capric acid under controlled conditions.

Polyglyceryl-6 Caprate is the monoester of Capric Acid and Polyglycerin-6

CAS #

-

Skin Types

●all-skin-types

Best For

Dryness

Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe

Yes

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.

Removes Impurities

Emulsifier

Removes dirt and impurities

Mixes oil and water

The paper trail

🔬Peer-reviewednone on file

⚖️Regulatory1 listing →

🛡️Safety-assessed1 review →

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

EWG

CIR

Safe as used

Pregnancy

Yes

Concentration Guide

CIR lists it as not reported to be in use.

CIR · 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