Polyglyceryl-6 Sesquicaprylate
AKA “Diglyceryl dicaprylate, Diglycerin dicaprylic acid ester
Synthetic
Ingredient Facts
Polyglyceryl-6 sesquicaprylate
AKA: Diglyceryl dicaprylate, Diglycerin dicaprylic acid ester
Synthetic · Emollient · EWG: 4
Synthetic
Emollient
Cleanser
Skin Conditioner
Synthetic
Clean
A gentle cleanser that also softens and conditions skin, helping to remove impurities while maintaining moisture and comfort.
CAS #
108777-93-1, 946492-22-4, 946492-23-5
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.
Cleansing
Makes oil and water mix so dirt, makeup, and sunscreen can actually be washed away. The reason your face wash foams.
Locks In Moisture
Traditional Use
Developed as a synthetic emulsifier combining polyglycerin with caprylic acid. Used in cosmetics for light emulsification and conditioning in skin and hair products.
Skin Types
all-skin-types
Best For
General
Melanin-Rich Skin
Suitable
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
EWG
4
CIR
Safe
Pregnancy
Yes
CIR Safety Findings
Not a Sensitizer
medical-approval
all-shades-safe
Regulatory Status
USApermitted
EUrestricted
JAPANrestricted
CANADArestricted
Verified Feb 2026
Data: CosIng · EWG · CIR