Ingredient library
Every ingredient SkinAtlas knows about — all 2279 of them. What each one does, what it works well with, and what to watch for.
A generic polyglyceryl ester of oleic acid used as a nonionic emulsifier in cosmetic emulsions; the specific polyglyceryl number may vary by formula.
A generic polyglyceryl ester of stearic acid used as a nonionic emulsifier in cosmetic emulsions; the specific polyglyceryl number may vary by formula.
A polyglycerol ester of behenic acid and eicosanedioic acid. A gentle, plant-derived emulsifier. Used in Ishizawa's urea face cream.
Polyglyceryl-10 Diisostearate is a polyglycerol ester of isostearic acid used as an emulsifier in cosmetic formulations, known for its mildness and plant-derived origin.
A diester of polyglyceryl-10 (10 glycerol units) and lauric acid (C12). The high degree of glycerol polymerization (10 units) and the two laurate chains create an HLB suitable for O/W emulsification. A clean-label, plant-derived alternative to PEG emulsifiers, positioned as natural and biodegradable. Distinct from Polyglyceryl-10 Myristate (C14 chains) and Polyglyceryl-10 Laurate (mono-ester).
A polyglyceryl ester of oleic acid with a decaglycerol backbone used as a mild nonionic emulsifier and solubilizer in cleansing oils and emulsions.
A diester of polyglyceryl-10 (decaglycerol) and stearic acid used as a mild nonionic emulsifier in cosmetic formulations; related to but distinct from Polyglyceryl-10 Laurate and other monoesters in the KB.
A polyglycerol ester of two dicarboxylic acids (eicosanedioic C20 and tetradecanedioic C14 diacids). Used as a gentle emulsifier in Naturie's milk formulation.
A PEG-free, plant-derived emulsifier composed of glycerol and isostearic acid that functions as a nonionic surfactant and skin conditioning agent in cosmetic formulations.
A mild, nonionic polyglyceryl ester emulsifier derived from coconut lauric acid; popular in K-beauty and clean-formulation products.
A nonionic polyglyceryl ester of myristic acid used as a gentle emulsifier and solubilizer in K-beauty and sensitive-skin formulations.
A polyglyceryl ester of oleic acid containing ten glycerol units used as a gentle nonionic emulsifier and solubilizer in serums and emulsions.
A polyglyceryl ester formed from polyglycerol-10 and five moles of isostearic acid. Used as a gentle O/W emulsifier in aqueous gel formulas, including Rohto's Skin Aqua sunscreen range.
A polyglycerol ester of stearic acid. A gentle, plant-derived emulsifier used in Matsuyama's Hadauru moisturizer.
A mild, nonionic polyglyceryl ester emulsifier derived from polyglycerol and stearic acid, used to create stable oil-in-water emulsions.
A mild polyglycerol-ester emulsifier that helps blend oil and water phases gently.
A diester of isostearic acid with diglycerol. Used as a water-in-oil emulsifier in toners and lotions, providing good skin feel and PEG-free formulation options.
A diester of polyglyceryl-2 and polyhydroxystearic acid used as a water-in-oil emulsifier in sunscreen and rich cream formulations, providing stable, aesthetically elegant textures.
A copolymer emulsifier combining polyglyceryl-2 isostearate and dimer dilinoleate, used to stabilize emulsions in sunscreens and CC creams.
A diglycerin monooleate ester used as a mild non-ionic emulsifier and dispersing agent in cosmetic formulas. Derived from renewable glycerol and oleic acid.
A polyglyceryl ester of isostearic acid (1.5 moles per glycerol unit) used as a water-in-oil emulsifier in rich creams and restorative formulas.
A polyglyceryl ester of oleic acid with a diglycerol backbone and four oleate chains. Functions as a lipophilic emulsifier (W/O) and emollient, common in anhydrous and water-in-oil formulas.
A triester of polyglyceryl-2 and isostearic acid used as a water-in-oil emulsifier in CC creams, foundations, and rich skin-care formulas.
A polyglyceryl ester of caprylic acid with twenty glycerol units used as a nonionic surfactant and emulsifier in cleansing oils and light emulsions.