Olive Oil Polyglyceryl-3 Esters

AKA “Polyglyceryl-3 Olive Oil Esters”

Essential Oil

Ingredient Facts

Olive oil polyglyceryl-3 esters

AKA: Polyglyceryl-3 Olive Oil Esters

Essential Oil · Cleansing · EWG: 4

Plant-Derived Synthetic

Cleanser

Emulsifier

Plant Oil

Essential Oil

Clean

Olive Oil Polyglyceryl-3 Esters is the product obtained by the transesterification of Polyglycerin-3 and Olea Europaea (Olive) Fruit Oil. Science: Origin: Botanic/Natural | Functions: Surfactant - Cleansing, Surfactant - Emulsifying Safety Ratings: CIR: Safe as used

CAS #

226993-75-5

Form

Oil

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Functions

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-Aging

Addresses signs of aging like fine lines, wrinkles, and loss of firmness

Moisturizing

Locks in moisture to keep skin soft and supple throughout the day

Fights Acne

Lifts away dirt and oil

Mixes oil and water

Traditional Use

Synthetic emulsifier created by chemically modifying olive oil with polyglycerin. Developed as a gentler alternative to PEG-based emulsifiers, designed to maintain olive oil's benefits while improving cosmetic stability.