INCI name

DIISOSTEAROYL POLYGLYCERYL-3 DIMER DILINOLEATE

Diisostearoyl polyglyceryl-3 dimer dilinoleate

A rich, viscous synthetic ester used as an emollient.

What it is

Diisostearoyl Polyglyceryl-3 Dimer Dilinoleate is a complex ester built from polyglycerin-3, isostearic acid and dilinoleic acid (a dimer of linoleic acid). CosIng lists it as an emollient and skin conditioning agent.

Where it is used

Found in lipsticks, lip balms and glosses, rich creams and makeup, where it adds cushion and gloss.

Limits of interpretation

The INCI list shows which ingredients are present, not how much of each. Above 1%, ingredients are listed in descending order of weight; below 1% the order is free.

Functions

Skin conditioning – emollient
Acting as lubricants on the skin surface providing the skin with a soft and smooth appearance.
Skin conditioning
Maintaining the skin in good condition.

EU regulation

This ingredient is not listed in the annexes of Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009 in the CosIng data.

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