INCI · emollient · CIR review pending · used in 7 products
Polyglyceryl-3 Polyricinoleate
Polyglyceryl-3 Polyricinoleate (CAS# 29894-35-7 / 235783-76-3) is a plant-based ester of polyglycerol and polyricinoleic acid (derived from castor oil). It functions primarily as a water-in-oil (W/O) emulsifier, helping water and oil phases mix together. It is particularly suited to soft or low-viscosity W/O emulsions such as lip balms and thick body butters, contributing a non-greasy, pleasant skin feel.
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emollient● Benefits
Acts as an effective W/O emulsifier that stabilizes emulsions while imparting a non-greasy, pleasant skin feel. It is especially well-suited for soft to low-viscosity formulations like lip balms and body butters.
emulsifyingviscosity-controllingbarrier-support
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