Polyglyceryl-6 Tricaprylate

Synthetic

Cleanser

Not Clean

OriginDerived from glycerin and caprylic acid (an 8-carbon fatty acid), typically sourced from coconut or palm oils. Synthesized through esterification, bonding hexaglycerol with multiple caprylic acid molecules via catalytic reaction.

Triester of hexaglycerol and caprylic acid

Form

Liquid

Skin Types

●all-skin-types

Best For

General

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.

Cleansing Surfactant

Removes Impurities

The paper trail

🔬Peer-reviewednone on file

⚖️Regulatory1 listing →

🛡️Safety-assessed1 review →

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EWG

CIR

Safe as used

Pregnancy

Yes

Concentration Guide

Leave-on3.6%

Rinse-offNot reported

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