Polyglyceryl-10 Mono/Dioleate

Polyglyceryl-10 Mono/Dioleate is an oil-soluble, nonionic emulsifier blend of mono- and diesters of oleic acid on a polyglyceryl-10 backbone. It builds stable water-in-oil emulsions, aids pigment dispersion, and gives creams a cushiony skin feel.
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Ingredient Snapshot

Overview
An emulsifier that gives creams a cushioned, evenly blended finish.
Category
Emulsifying
Type
Emulsifier

Ingredient Ratings

Overall Rating

Great

Comedogenic Risk

None

Skin Benefits

Improves softness and glide for a cushioned, comfortable application. Promotes even laydown of colors and actives for a uniform, polished look.

Uses In Skincare & Cosmetics

Used in cream foundations, tinted moisturizers, and high-SPF creams to improve application quality. Also found in rich moisturizers and BB/CC creams to smooth texture and feel.

Comedogenic Rating

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

Safety

Typically well tolerated, with rare irritation in sensitive users. No specific regulatory limitations commonly cited; patch test if easily reactive.

Is Polyglyceryl-10 Mono/Dioleate a Good Ingredient?

It's an efficient nonionic water-in-oil emulsifier and pigment-wetting agent that improves stability and application feel while staying generally low-irritant, which is why it rates Great.

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