Polyglyceryl-8 Decaerucate/Decaisostearate/Decaricinoleate
AKA “Polyglyceryl-8 Decaerucate/Decaisostearate/Decaricinoleate
Synthetic
Ingredient Facts
Polyglyceryl-8 decaerucate/decaisostearate/decaricinoleate
Synthetic · Emollient · EWG: 4
Plant-Derived Synthetic
Emollient
Skin Conditioner
Synthetic
Clean
Decaester of octaglycerol and a mixture of Erucic acid, isostearic acid and ricinoleic acid Science: Origin: Botanic/Natural | Functions: Skin Conditioning Safety Ratings: CIR: Safe as used
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.
Locks in moisture
Traditional Use
A synthetic emulsifier combining glycerin with various plant-derived fatty acids including those from mustard seed oil. Developed to provide multifunctional emulsification with renewable sourcing.
Skin Types
all-skin-types
Best For
General
Melanin-Rich Skin
Suitable
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
EWG
4
CIR
Insufficient
Pregnancy
Yes
CIR Safety Findings
Not a Sensitizer
medical-approval
all-shades-safe
Regulatory Status
USAunder review
EUrestricted
JAPANrestricted
CANADArestricted
Verified Feb 2026
Data: CosIng · EWG · CIR
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