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Polyglyceryl-6 Polyricinoleate
Polyglyceryl-6 Polyricinoleate
An emulsifier made from glycerin and castor oil fatty acids.
What it does
It helps oil and water stay blended, especially in oil-rich formulas. It’s a close relative of polyglyceryl-3 polyricinoleate, with a longer glycerin chain, and it’s there to hold the formula together, not to change your skin.
The EU’s ingredient database lists it as an emulsifier (helps oil and water mix).European Commission, CosIng (© European Union, CC BY 4.0) · uses put in plain words by Drop ↗
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