Polyglyceryl-6 Oleate

Polyglyceryl-6 Oleate is a cosmetic ingredient used as a surfactant - emulsifying agent. It is used in 104 products in our dataset. It is regulated in the EU (listed in a Cosmetics Regulation annex).

INCI namePOLYGLYCERYL-6 OLEATE
FunctionSURFACTANT - EMULSIFYING
CAS number9007-48-1 / 79665-92-2
EC number- / -
Prevalence104 products (0.11% of dataset)
Most used inSkincare
EU statusRestricted (annex )
Monthly searches20

Used in

General Moisturizers 19.2%Serums 13.5%Toners 12.5%Makeup Removers 6.7%Sunscreens 6.7%Face Cleansers 5.8%

Frequently asked

What does Polyglyceryl-6 Oleate do in skincare?
Polyglyceryl-6 Oleate functions as a surfactant - emulsifying agent in cosmetic formulas.
Is Polyglyceryl-6 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-6 Oleate?
It is most commonly found in Skincare products, especially general moisturizers (19.2% of its uses).

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