Hydroxystearic/Linolenic/Linoleic Polyglycerides
AKA “Polyglycerides, Mixed Fatty Acid Polyglycerides
Synthetic
Ingredient Facts
Hydroxystearic/linolenic/linoleic polyglycerides
AKA: Mixed Fatty Acid Polyglycerides
Synthetic · Emollient · EWG: 1
Plant-Derived
Emollient
Emulsifier
Skin Conditioner
Plant Oil
Synthetic
Clean
A natural plant-based ingredient that softens skin while helping the product texture stay smooth and stable.
CAS #
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Form
Liquid
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Functions
Binding
Emulsion Stabilising
Forces oil and water to stay mixed instead of separating into layers. The unsung hero holding your lotion together.
Emollient
Fills in the tiny cracks between skin cells to make everything feel smooth and soft. The "silky finish" ingredient.
Viscosity Controlling
Locks In Moisture
Traditional Use
A modern synthetic ingredient developed for cosmetic formulations to provide emollient and thickening properties. Created as a stable, multi-functional ingredient combining fatty acid chemistry with glycerin.
Skin Types
all-skin-types, gentle
Best For
Dryness
Melanin-Rich Skin
Suitable
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
EWG
1
CIR
Safe
Pregnancy
Yes
CIR Safety Findings
ewg-1
pregnancy-nursing-safe
all-shades-safe
Regulatory Status
USApermitted
EUrestricted
JAPANrestricted
CANADArestricted
Verified Feb 2026
Data: CosIng · EWG · CIR