Polyglyceryl-6 Sesquiisostearate
molecular structure · PubChem
AKA: Diglycerin distearate, DIGLYCERYL DISTEARATE, STEARIC ACID, DIESTER WITH DIGLYCEROL, 63119-59-5, 9009-32-9, Polyglyceryl stearate
Plant-Derived
Cleanser
Emulsifier
Plant Oil
Not Clean
Mono/diesters of hexaglycerol and isostearic acid
Formula
C42H82O7
Mol. Weight
699.10
CAS #
9009-32-9
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 modern synthetic emulsifier derived from polyglycerin and isostearic acid. Used in cosmetics to create stable emulsions with improved texture and conditioning properties.
Skin Types
●all-skin-types
Best For
General
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
The paper trail
🔬Peer-reviewednone on file
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Verified Jun 2026
Data: PubChem · CosIng · EWG · CIR