Polyglyceryl-6 Apricot Kernelate

Polyglyceryl-6 Apricot Kernelate

AKA “Polyglyceryl-6 Apricot Kernelate, PG-6 Apricot Kernelate”

Synthetic

Ingredient Facts

Polyglyceryl-6 apricot kernelate

AKA: PG-6 Apricot Kernelate

Synthetic · Emollient · EWG: 4

Plant-Derived Synthetic

Emollient

Cleanser

Emulsifier

Skin Conditioner

Synthetic

Clean

Polyglyceryl-6 Apricot Kernelate is the ester of the fatty acids derived from Prunus Armeniaca (Apricot) Kernel Oil and Polyglycerin-6 Science: Functions: Skin Conditioning - Emollient, Surfactant - Emulsifying Safety Ratings: CIR: Safe as used

CAS #

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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.

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

Combines polyglycerin with fatty acids from apricot kernel oil, which has been used for centuries in traditional Persian, Turkish, and Asian skincare for its light emollient properties. The synthetic ester form was created to enhance the oil's performance as a skin conditioning agent.