Polyglyceryl-6 Tristearate

Polyglyceryl-6 Tristearate is a cosmetic ingredient used as a surfactant - emulsifying agent. It is used in 3 products in our dataset. It is regulated in the EU (listed in a Cosmetics Regulation annex).

INCI namePOLYGLYCERYL-6 TRISTEARATE
FunctionSURFACTANT - EMULSIFYING
CAS number71185-87-0
Prevalence3 products (0% of dataset)
Most used inSkincare
EU statusRestricted (annex )

Used in

Facial Treatments 33.3%General Moisturizers 33.3%Serums 33.3%

Frequently asked

What does Polyglyceryl-6 Tristearate do in skincare?
Polyglyceryl-6 Tristearate functions as a surfactant - emulsifying agent in cosmetic formulas.
Is Polyglyceryl-6 Tristearate 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 Tristearate?
It is most commonly found in Skincare products, especially facial treatments (33.3% of its uses).

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