INCI · emollient · CIR review pending · used in 1 products
Polyglyceryl-3 Ricinoleate
Polyglyceryl-3 Ricinoleate is the ester of polyglycerol (average 3 mol glycerol) and ricinoleic acid, derived from castor oil. Its INCI chemical description is 1,2,3-propanetriol, homopolymer, 12-(R)-hydroxy-9-(Z)-octadecenoates (1:1) (3 mol glycerol average molar ratio). It is primarily used in cosmetic formulations as an emulsifying agent to help blend oil and water phases. It appears frequently in sunscreens, foundations, lotions, and creams.
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emollient● Benefits
Polyglyceryl-3 Ricinoleate functions as an emulsifier, helping to stabilize formulations by keeping oil and water components uniformly mixed. Its presence in a wide range of leave-on products suggests it is well-tolerated as a functional ingredient.
emulsifying
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