Polyglyceryl-10 Tristearate
AKA “JJGGZDOVCQFFTL-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Synthetic
Ingredient Facts
Polyglyceryl-10 tristearate
AKA: JJGGZDOVCQFFTL-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Synthetic · Emollient · EWG: 4
Plant-Derived Synthetic
Emollient
Skin Conditioner
Plant Oil
Synthetic
Clean
A natural emollient derived from plant oils that softens and smooths skin, helping maintain its moisture barrier and leaving it feeling supple.
Formula
C84H164O23
Mol. Weight
1542.20
CAS #
12709-64-7
Form
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.
Viscosity Controlling
Locks in moisture
Traditional Use
Developed in the mid-20th century as a synthetic polyglyceryl ester emulsifier. Created to replace traditional soap-based emulsifiers and provide superior stability in modern cosmetic formulations.
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