Polyglyceryl-3 Distearate

Polyglyceryl-3 Distearate is a cosmetic ingredient used as a surfactant - emulsifying agent. It is used in 382 products in our dataset. It is regulated in the EU (listed in a Cosmetics Regulation annex).

INCI namePOLYGLYCERYL-3 DISTEARATE
FunctionSURFACTANT - EMULSIFYING
CAS number9009-32-9 / 94423-19-5
EC number- / -
Prevalence382 products (0.41% of dataset)
Most used inSkincare
EU statusRestricted (annex )
Monthly searches40

Used in

General Moisturizers 29.3%Sunscreens 29.3%Body Lotions 5.2%Eye Moisturizers 5%Serums 3.9%Hand Cream 3.4%

Frequently asked

What does Polyglyceryl-3 Distearate do in skincare?
Polyglyceryl-3 Distearate functions as a surfactant - emulsifying agent in cosmetic formulas.
Is Polyglyceryl-3 Distearate 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-3 Distearate?
It is most commonly found in Skincare products, especially general moisturizers (29.3% of its uses).

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