Polyglyceryl-6 Polyricinoleate
Polyglyceryl-6 Polyricinoleate is a complex ester of hexaglycerol and polyricinoleic acid with CAS # 107615-51-0. It is a vegetable-derived liquid described as "very substantive to skin" by its manufacturer. It functions primarily as an emulsifier and pigment dispersing agent, contributing cushion and spreadability to formulations. It is commonly used in lipsticks and inorganic sunscreen dispersions containing titanium dioxide or zinc oxide.
Provides cushion and spreadability to cosmetic formulas. Functions as an effective pigment dispersing agent, making it well-suited for lipsticks and inorganic (mineral) sunscreen preparations. Its vegetable-derived origin and skin-substantive nature support its use across a wide range of leave-on and color cosmetic products.
