murphyPolyglyceryl-6 Caprylate/Caprate
molecular structure · PubChem
AKA: PG-6 Caprylate/Caprate
Synthetic
Cleanser
Not Clean
OriginDerived from polyglycerol and a mixture of caprylic and capric fatty acids, typically sourced from coconut or palm oils. Synthesized through esterification of polyglycerol-6 with caprylic and capric acids under catalytic conditions.
Polyglyceryl-6 Caprylate/Caprate is the monoester of Polyglycerin-6 (q.v.) and a mixture of caprylic and capric acids
Form
Liquid
Skin Types
●all-skin-types
Best For
Dryness
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
Functions
Light Stabilizer
Cleansing
Makes oil and water mix so dirt, makeup, and sunscreen can actually be washed away. The reason your face wash foams.
Shields from UV damage
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
4
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
Leave-onNot reported
Rinse-off0.75%
0%50%100%
CIR reported use · report published 2023
Regulatory Agencies
Verified Jun 2026
Data: CosIng · EWG · CIR