Polyglyceryl-4 Laurate/Succinate
A mild emulsifier. It blends oil with water and supports a creamy texture, gentle on skin. Well tolerated.
Supporting ingredient
It gives a product its texture, stability or shelf life. It has no claimed effect on the skin, so an efficacy tier does not apply. What is known about its safety is below
Tolerability and safety
- Irritation potential
- Low
- Allergen risk
- Low
- Pregnancy
- Safe
- Suitable for
- Normal, Dry, Combination, Oily, Sensitive
About this ingredient
Polyglyceryl-4 Laurate/Succinate (INCI identical) is a plant-derived emulsifier based on polyglycerol. Its job in a formula is structural: it binds the oil and water phases and keeps a creamy, stable texture. On efficacy, let me be clear. This is a functional ingredient, not a skincare active: it does not treat the skin, it makes the product homogeneous and pleasant to apply. It belongs to the group of emulsifiers regarded as mild, a common alternative to ethoxylated ones. By its nature and topical use it has no systemic relevance, so its use during pregnancy and breastfeeding is fine. Tolerance is good: low irritation and allergy potential, suitable for sensitive skin. Like any emulsifier, its behaviour depends on the rest of the formula, but on its own it is a quiet, well-accepted ingredient.
Frequently asked questions
Is Polyglyceryl-4 Laurate/Succinate safe during pregnancy?
Polyglyceryl-4 Laurate/Succinate is considered safe during pregnancy at typical cosmetic concentrations. Systemic absorption through the skin is minimal.
What skin types is Polyglyceryl-4 Laurate/Succinate for?
Polyglyceryl-4 Laurate/Succinate suits: normal, dry, combination, oily, sensitive.
What is Polyglyceryl-4 Laurate/Succinate and what does it do in cosmetics?
A mild emulsifier.
What's the INCI name for Polyglyceryl-4 Laurate/Succinate?
The INCI name is Polyglyceryl-4 Laurate/Succinate. It may also appear as: Laurato/Succinato de Poligliceril-4, Polyglyceryl-4 Laurate Succinate.
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