Surfactant ingredient
Polyglyceryl-6 Caprylate
A polyglycerol ester of caprylic acid (6 glycerol units) used as a mild nonionic emulsifier and skin-conditioning agent.
emulsifier
Benefits
- ✓Mild emulsifier and skin-conditioning agent
No known watch-fors.
In depth
What it does
A polyglycerol ester of caprylic acid (6 glycerol units) used as a mild nonionic emulsifier and skin-conditioning agent. As an surfactant ingredient, it is particularly valued for mild emulsifier and skin-conditioning agent.
Skin type guide
Generally well-tolerated across skin types. Patch testing is still recommended when introducing any new ingredient.
How to use it
Used as part of a cleanser, so placement is straightforward — it's your first step, applied to damp skin and rinsed off thoroughly. Avoid overwashing, which can disrupt the skin barrier.
