Polyglyceryl-10 Tetraoleate
AKA “Decaglyceryl tetraoleate, tetraester with decaglycerol, Tetraoleic acid, [3-[3-[3-[3-[3-[3-[3-[3-[3-[2, Decaglycerol tetraoleate, EINECS 252-011-7, UNII-65QW3Z1YLJ
Synthetic
Ingredient Facts
Polyglyceryl-10 tetraoleate
AKA: Decaglyceryl tetraoleate, Tetraester with decaglycerol, Tetraoleic acid, [3-[3-[3-[3-[3-[3-[3-[3-[3-[2, Decaglycerol tetraoleate, EINECS 252-011-7, UNII-65QW3Z1YLJ
Synthetic · Emollient · EWG: 4
Synthetic
Emollient
Cleanser
Emulsifier
Skin Conditioner
Synthetic
Clean
A gentle emollient derived from plant oils that softens and conditions skin, helping it feel smooth and hydrated.
Formula
C102H190O25
Mol. Weight
1816.60
CAS #
34424-98-1
Form
Liquid
State
Liquid
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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.
Emulsifying
Forces oil and water to stay mixed instead of separating into layers. The unsung hero holding your lotion together.
Locks in moisture
Traditional Use
Developed in the mid-20th century as a synthetic polyglyceryl ester derived from glycerin and oleic acid (from plant oils). Used in cosmetics as an emulsifier and skin-conditioning agent.
Skin Types
all-skin-types
Best For
General
Melanin-Rich Skin
Suitable
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
EWG
4
CIR
Safe w/Qualifications
Pregnancy
Yes
CIR Safety Findings
Not a Sensitizer
medical-approval
all-shades-safe
Regulatory Status
USApermitted
EUrestricted
JAPANrestricted
CANADArestricted
Verified Feb 2026
Data: PubChem · CosIng · EWG · CIR