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Polyglyceryl-10 Decamacadamiate
AKA “Polyglyceryl-10 Decamacadamiate”
Surfactant
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Ingredient Facts
Polyglyceryl-10 decamacadamiate
Surfactant · Emulsifying · EWG: 4
Synthetic
Cleanser
Emulsifier
Not Clean
Decaester of decaglycerol and macadamia nut oils
Form
Liquid
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Functions
Emulsifying
Forces oil and water to stay mixed instead of separating into layers. The unsung hero holding your lotion together.
Emulsifier
Mixes Oil & Water
Traditional Use
A synthetic emulsifier developed in recent decades combining polyglycerin with macadamia nut oil fatty acids. Designed to replicate the skin-conditioning benefits of macadamia oil while providing stable emulsification in cosmetic products.
Skin Types
●all-skin-types
Best For
General
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
EWG
4
CIR
Safe as used
Pregnancy
Yes
CIR Safety Findings
Not a Sensitizer
medical-approval
all-shades-safe
Regulatory Status
USA✔ permitted
EU⚠ restricted
JAPAN⚠ restricted
CANADA⚠ restricted
Verified Jun 2026
Data: CosIng · EWG · CIR