A polyglycerol ester known as an emulsifier for water-in-oil formulas.
What it is
Polyglyceryl-2 dipolyhydroxystearate is an ester of diglycerin with polymerised 12-hydroxystearic acid. CosIng lists it as skin conditioning; in formulation practice it is used as an emulsifier for water-in-oil emulsions.
Where it is used
Used in rich creams, sun care, foundations and baby care products, typically water-in-oil formulas.
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
- 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.
Products with this ingredient (83)
- Olympus Tea Deep Detox Cleansing Cloths · KORRES
- Body Repair Mousse · ArtDeco
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