murphyPumpkin Seed Oil Polyglyceryl-4 Esters
AKA: Pumpkin seed oil esters, Polyglyceryl-4 pumpkin seed oil esters
Plant-Derived
Cleanser
Emulsifier
Plant Oil
Not Clean
OriginNative to Central America. Derived from pumpkin seeds (Cucurbita pepo) native to Central America, belonging to the Cucurbitaceae family. Created through transesterification of cold-pressed pumpkin seed oil with polyglycerin-4 to form ester compounds.
Pumpkin Seed Oil Polyglyceryl-4 Esters is the complex mixture of esters formed by the transesterification of Cucurbita Pepo (Pumpkin) Seed Oil and Polyglycerin-4
Family
Cucurbitaceae (Gourd family)
Plant Part
Seed
Form
Oil
Skin Types
●all-skin-types
Best For
General
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
Functions
Emulsion Stabilising
Forces oil and water to stay mixed instead of separating into layers. The unsung hero holding your lotion together.
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.
Surfactant Cleansing
Surfactant Emulsifying
Anti-Inflammatory
Antioxidant
Boosts Collagen
Lifts away dirt and oil
Mixes oil and water
Keeps product blended
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Verified Jun 2026
Data: CosIng · EWG · CIR