Polyglyceryl-3 Oleate

Polyglyceryl-3 Oleate is a cosmetic ingredient used as a surfactant - emulsifying agent. It is used in 61 products in our dataset. It is regulated in the EU (listed in a Cosmetics Regulation annex).

INCI namePOLYGLYCERYL-3 OLEATE
FunctionSURFACTANT - EMULSIFYING
CAS number33940-98-6
EC number251-749-7
Prevalence61 products (0.07% of dataset)
Most used inSkincare
EU statusRestricted (annex )
Monthly searches70

Used in

Sunscreens 11.5%BB, CC, Tinted Moisturizers 9.8%Conditioners 8.2%Face Cleansers 6.6%Serums 6.6%Toners 6.6%

Frequently asked

What does Polyglyceryl-3 Oleate do in skincare?
Polyglyceryl-3 Oleate functions as a surfactant - emulsifying agent in cosmetic formulas.
Is Polyglyceryl-3 Oleate 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 Oleate?
It is most commonly found in Skincare products, especially sunscreens (11.5% of its uses).

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