Polyglyceryl-5 Polyricinoleate

Polyglyceryl-5 Polyricinoleate is a cosmetic ingredient used as a surfactant - emulsifying agent. It is used in 12 products in our dataset. It is regulated in the EU (listed in a Cosmetics Regulation annex).

INCI namePOLYGLYCERYL-5 POLYRICINOLEATE
FunctionSURFACTANT - EMULSIFYING
CAS number29894-35-7 (generic)
Prevalence12 products (0.01% of dataset)
Most used inSkincare
EU statusRestricted (annex )
Monthly searches10

Used in

Sunscreens 41.7%Eye Moisturizers 16.7%Body Treatments 8.3%Concealers 8.3%Facial Treatments 8.3%General Moisturizers 8.3%

Frequently asked

What does Polyglyceryl-5 Polyricinoleate do in skincare?
Polyglyceryl-5 Polyricinoleate functions as a surfactant - emulsifying agent in cosmetic formulas.
Is Polyglyceryl-5 Polyricinoleate 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-5 Polyricinoleate?
It is most commonly found in Skincare products, especially sunscreens (41.7% of its uses).

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