Polyglyceryl-10 Diisostearate

Polyglyceryl-10 Diisostearate is a nonionic ester of polyglycerin carrying two isostearic acid groups. It builds water-in-oil emulsions, improves pigment wetting in color products, and boosts spreadability in makeup and sunscreens for a supple feel.
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Ingredient Snapshot

Overview
An emulsifier that helps makeup and sunscreen wear comfortably.
Category
Emulsifying
Type
Emulsifier

Ingredient Ratings

Overall Rating

Good

Comedogenic Risk

None

Skin Benefits

Helps color apply evenly with comfortable wear and minimal tugging. Aids in maintaining uniform coverage in makeup and SPF products.

Uses In Skincare & Cosmetics

Common in water-in-oil sunscreens, liquid foundations, and cream concealers to keep oil phases cohesive and pigments stable.

Comedogenic Rating

This ingredient is not typically evaluated for comedogenicity, and no standardized rating is available.

Safety

Usually well tolerated with low irritation potential; minor sensitivity is possible in reactive skin. No widely established regulatory limitations in cosmetics.

Is Polyglyceryl-10 Diisostearate a Good Ingredient?

Rated Good due to dependable water-in-oil emulsifying and pigment-wetting ability that improves spread and comfort, with a generally gentle nonionic profile. Evidence base is primarily technical/formulation data rather than clinical trials.

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