Polyglyceryl-2 Sesquioleate

Polyglyceryl-2 Sesquioleate is a cosmetic ingredient used as a surfactant - emulsifying agent. It is used in 47 products in our dataset. It is regulated in the EU (listed in a Cosmetics Regulation annex).

INCI namePOLYGLYCERYL-2 SESQUIOLEATE
FunctionSURFACTANT - EMULSIFYING
CAS number-
Prevalence47 products (0.05% of dataset)
Most used inSkincare
EU statusRestricted (annex )
Monthly searches20

Used in

Makeup Removers 70.2%Face Cleansers 8.5%Lip Moisturizers 4.3%Day Moisturizers 2.1%Deodorant 2.1%Face Primers 2.1%

Frequently asked

What does Polyglyceryl-2 Sesquioleate do in skincare?
Polyglyceryl-2 Sesquioleate functions as a surfactant - emulsifying agent in cosmetic formulas.
Is Polyglyceryl-2 Sesquioleate allowed in cosmetics?
Yes, but it is regulated in the EU — it appears in a Cosmetics Regulation annex with usage conditions.
What products contain Polyglyceryl-2 Sesquioleate?
It is most commonly found in Skincare products, especially makeup removers (70.2% of its uses).

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