Characteristics
- INCI
- Polyglyceryl-3 Diisostearate
- CAS
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66082-42-6, 85666-92-8
This is the substance number in the Chemical Abstracts Service registry. The CAS number uniquely identifies a substance regardless of language, trade name, or synonyms.
- Functions
- emulsifying
- Irritancy
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0 / 5
Irritation potential: 0–5, where 5 is the highest irritation rating for the ingredient.
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4 / 5
Comedogenicity index: 0–5. A non-comedogenic ingredient (0–1) is unlikely to cause cosmetic acne.
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Who it's for
Description
Polyglyceryl-3 Diisostearate is a plant-derived emulsifier, which means it helps oil and water mix smoothly in creams, lotions, balms, and makeup. It’s made from glycerin-based building blocks and fatty acids, so it fits well in formulas that aim for a more natural or skin-friendly profile. Beyond keeping products stable, it can also improve texture, giving formulas a soft, cushiony, and slightly powdery finish that feels elegant on the skin.
For skin, this ingredient doesn’t act like a treatment active, but it can make a formula feel more comfortable and less greasy, which is especially nice in rich moisturizers, cleansing balms, and baby or sensitive-skin products. In haircare, it may help create smoother, creamier textures and support even distribution of conditioning ingredients. People who prefer gentle, minimalist formulas often appreciate it. A caveat: as with any cosmetic ingredient, individual sensitivity is possible, and its performance depends on the full formula rather than the ingredient alone.
Products with Polyglyceryl-3 Diisostearate (1 719 total)
Most often found in Catrice products (24 items)
