Ingredient
Polyglyceryl-3 Distearate
PG-3 Distearate
Polyglyceryl-3 Diстеарate
What it is
A vegetable-derived, PEG-free diester of polyglycerol and stearic acid used to emulsify oil and water.
How it works
Its dual hydrophilic/lipophilic structure sits at the oil-water interface, lowering surface tension so the two phases blend into a stable emulsion.
What it does
Emollient
Emulsifier
Emulsion stabiliser
Concerns to know
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Well tolerated
No significant safety concern is reported for this ingredient as used in cosmetics.
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