Pumpkin Seed Oil Polyglyceryl-4 Esters
AKA “Pumpkin seed oil esters, Polyglyceryl-4 pumpkin seed oil esters
Essential Oil
Ingredient Facts
Pumpkin seed oil polyglyceryl-4 esters
AKA: Pumpkin seed oil esters, Polyglyceryl-4 pumpkin seed oil esters
Essential Oil · Cleansing · EWG: 4
Plant-Derived Synthetic
Cleanser
Emulsifier
Plant Oil
Essential Oil
Clean
Pumpkin Seed Oil Polyglyceryl-4 Esters is the complex mixture of esters formed by the transesterification of Cucurbita Pepo (Pumpkin) Seed Oil and Polyglycerin-4 Science: Origin: Botanic/Natural | Process: Cold Pressed / Solvent Extraction | Functions: Emulsion Stabilising, Surfactant - Cleansing, Surfactant - Emulsifying Safety Ratings: CIR: Safe as used
Form
Oil
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Functions
Emulsion Stabilising
Forces oil and water to stay mixed instead of separating into layers. The unsung hero holding your lotion together.
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.
Surfactant Cleansing
Surfactant Emulsifying
Anti-Inflammatory
Antioxidant
Protects skin from free radical damage caused by UV, pollution, and stress
Boosts Collagen
Lifts away dirt and oil
Mixes oil and water
Keeps product blended
Traditional Use
A contemporary formulation of pumpkin seed oil created to enhance its solubility in cosmetics while retaining its traditional benefits. Pumpkin seeds have been valued in traditional medicine for their antioxidant and skin-conditioning properties.
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