Polyglyceryl-10 Decaethylhexanoate
AKA “Polyglyceryl-10 Decaethylhexanoate
Synthetic
Ingredient Facts
Polyglyceryl-10 decaethylhexanoate
Synthetic · Emollient · EWG: 4
Synthetic
Humectant
Emollient
Skin Conditioner
Synthetic
Clean
Polyglyceryl-10 Decaethylhexanoate is the decaester of 2-ethylhexanoic acid and Polyglycerin-10 Science: Functions: Humectant Safety Ratings: CIR: Safe as used
CAS #
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Form
Liquid
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Functions
Emollient
Fills in the tiny cracks between skin cells to make everything feel smooth and soft. The "silky finish" ingredient.
Skin Conditioning
A catch-all term for ingredients that improve how skin looks and feels — softer, smoother, more supple. The workhorse behind most moisturizers.
Humectant
A moisture magnet. Pulls water from the air and deeper skin layers up to the surface to keep skin plump and hydrated.
Locks In Moisture
Traditional Use
A specialized ester surfactant developed for high-performance cosmetic formulations. Functions as an emulsifier and texture modifier in advanced skincare and color cosmetics.
Skin Types
all-skin-types
Best For
General
Melanin-Rich Skin
Suitable
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
EWG
4
CIR
Insufficient
Pregnancy
Yes
CIR Safety Findings
Not a Sensitizer
medical-approval
all-shades-safe
Regulatory Status
USAunder review
EUrestricted
JAPANrestricted
CANADArestricted
Verified Feb 2026
Data: CosIng · EWG · CIR