Polyglyceryl-10 Tricocoate

Polyglyceryl-10 Tricocoate

AKA “Polyglyceryl-10 Tricocoate”

Synthetic

Ingredient Facts

Polyglyceryl-10 tricocoate

Synthetic · Cleansing · EWG: 4

Plant-Derived Synthetic

Cleanser

Emulsifier

Plant Oil

Synthetic

Clean

Polyglyceryl-10 Tricocoate is the triester of Coconut Acid and Polyglycerin-10 Science: Functions: Cleansing, Surfactant - Cleansing, Surfactant - Emulsifying Safety Ratings: CIR: Safe as used

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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.

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.

Removes Impurities

Cleansing Surfactant

Emulsifier

Mixes Oil & Water

Traditional Use

Developed in the mid-20th century as a synthetic polyglyceryl ester emulsifier derived from coconut oil derivatives. Used in modern cosmetics to improve product texture and stability.