Emollient

Polyglyceryl-4 Oleate

Non-ionic emulsifier with a lipophilic bias for cleansing oils, balms, and emulsions. Helps the oil formula to contact water and rinse off more easily.

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✓ Safe
Comedogenic Rating
0/5
Irritation Potential
0/5

What is it?

Non-ionic surfactant with a balance suitable for oil and low-water formulas.

Used in cleansing oils, cleansing balms, massage oils, creams, and hair products.

Key Benefits

Self-emulsification of oil
Helps the cleansing oil to turn into an emulsion when water is added.
Less oily residue
Improves rinsing compared to a formula with only oils.
Flexible texture
Works in liquid oils and balms in combination with appropriate co-emulsifiers.

Suitable for

cleansing oilscleansing balmsmassage oilshair products

Main Actions

✓ emulsifying✓ cleansing✓ solubilizing✓ rinse-off support
Cleansing is defined by the complete system.

Rinsing intensity depends on the concentration, the set of oils, and other surfactants, not just one emulsifier.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Polyglyceryl-4 Oleate do for skin?
Used in cleansing oils, cleansing balms, massage oils, creams, and hair products.
Who should use Polyglyceryl-4 Oleate?
Polyglyceryl-4 Oleate is suitable for: cleansing oils, cleansing balms, massage oils, hair products.
Are there any warnings about Polyglyceryl-4 Oleate?
Rinsing intensity depends on the concentration, the set of oils, and other surfactants, not just one emulsifier.

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