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Polyglyceryl-6 Stearate
AKA “95461-65-7, 2, 3-dihydroxypropyl 2, 3, 4-pentakis(2, 3-dihydroxypropyl)octadecanoate, KDDUIJTXNGADSK-UHFFFAOYSA-N”
Emollient
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Ingredient Facts
Polyglyceryl-6 stearate
AKA: 95461-65-7, 2, 3-dihydroxypropyl 2, 3, 4-pentakis(2, 3-dihydroxypropyl)octadecanoate, KDDUIJTXNGADSK-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Emollient · Emollient · EWG: 1
Plant-Derived
Emollient
Skin Conditioner
Plant Oil
Clean
ester of hexaglycerol and stearic acid
Family
Not applicable – Synthetic ingredient
Formula
C36H72O14
Mol. Weight
728.90
CAS #
95461-65-7
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Functions
Emollient
Fills in the tiny cracks between skin cells to make everything feel smooth and soft. The "silky finish" ingredient.
Locks In Moisture
Traditional Use
A synthetic polyol ester developed for cosmetics. Functions as a mild emulsifier and stabilizer in modern formulations.
Skin Types
●all-skin-types, gentle
Best For
General
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
EWG
1
CIR
Safe as used
Pregnancy
Yes
CIR Safety Findings
Not a Sensitizer
ewg-1
medical-approval
pregnancy-nursing-safe
all-shades-safe
Regulatory Status
USA✔ permitted
EU⚠ restricted
JAPAN⚠ restricted
CANADA⚠ restricted
Verified Jun 2026
Data: PubChem · CosIng · EWG · CIR