Polyglyceryl-6 Dicaprate

Polyglyceryl-6 Dicaprate is a cosmetic ingredient used as a surfactant - emulsifying agent. It is used in 63 products in our dataset. It is regulated in the EU (listed in a Cosmetics Regulation annex).

INCI namePOLYGLYCERYL-6 DICAPRATE
FunctionSURFACTANT - EMULSIFYING
Prevalence63 products (0.07% of dataset)
Most used inSkincare
EU statusRestricted (annex )
Monthly searches20

Used in

Makeup Removers 74.6%Face Cleansers 12.7%Ampoules 3.2%Sheet Masks 3.2%Exfoliators 1.6%Gel, Pomade & Wax 1.6%

Frequently asked

What does Polyglyceryl-6 Dicaprate do in skincare?
Polyglyceryl-6 Dicaprate functions as a surfactant - emulsifying agent in cosmetic formulas.
Is Polyglyceryl-6 Dicaprate 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-6 Dicaprate?
It is most commonly found in Skincare products, especially makeup removers (74.6% of its uses).

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