Polyglyceryl-6 Dioleate

Polyglyceryl-6 Dioleate 1
AKA: PG-6 Dioleate
Synthetic
Cleanser
Emulsifier
Not Clean
diester of hexaglycerol and oleic acid
CAS #
76009-37-5
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
A synthetic emulsifier combining polyglycerin with two oleic acid molecules from oils like olive and safflower. Developed as an alternative to traditional surfactants with improved mildness and skin compatibility.
EWG
4
CIR
Safe as used
Pregnancy
Yes
CIR Safety Findings
Not a Sensitizer
medical-approval
all-shades-safe
Regulatory Status
USA✔ permitted
EU⚠ restricted
JAPAN⚠ restricted
CANADA⚠ restricted
Skin Types
●all-skin-types
Best For
Dryness
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
The paper trail
🔬Peer-reviewed1 paper →
⚖️Regulatory1 listing →
🛡️Safety-assessed1 review →
Counts, not a verdict. A listing isn't a study. The trail, you decide.
Verified Jun 2026
Data: CosIng · EWG · CIR