murphySucrose Polycottonseedate
molecular structure · PubChem
AKA: Sucrose cotton seed esters
Plant-Derived
Emollient
Cleanser
Emulsifier
Skin Conditioner
Clean
OriginDerived from cottonseed oil, a byproduct of cotton (Malvaceae family) grown globally. Created through esterification of sucrose with cottonseed fatty acids via chemical synthesis.
.alpha.-d-Glucopyranoside,.beta.-d-fructofuranosyl, esters with cottonseed fatty acids
Family
Malvaceae (Mallow family)
Plant Part
Seed
CAS #
223706-25-0, 93571-82-5
Skin Types
●all-skin-types
Best For
General
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
Functions
Skin Conditioning
A catch-all term for ingredients that improve how skin looks and feels — softer, smoother, more supple. The workhorse behind most moisturizers.
Emollient
Fills in the tiny cracks between skin cells to make everything feel smooth and soft. The "silky finish" ingredient.
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.
Locks In Moisture
The paper trail
🔬Peer-reviewed1 paper →
⚖️Regulatory1 listing →
🛡️Safety-assessed2 reviews →
Counts, not a verdict. A listing isn't a study. The trail, you decide.
EWG
1
CIR
Safe as used
Pregnancy
Yes
CIR Safety Findings
Not a Sensitizer
4 studies / 4 not sensitizing (CIR 721)
Mixed Skin Irritation Results
5 studies / 2 irritating / 3 not irritating / reactions slight to moderate (CIR 721)
Concentration Guide
Leave-on0.5–87.7%
Rinse-off2.8%
0%50%100%
CIR reported use · report published 2021
Regulatory Agencies
Verified Jun 2026
Data: CosIng · EWG · CIR