Polyglyceryl-4 Safflowerseedate
A cosmetic ingredient used as cleansing, film forming, surfactant - cleansing in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Polyglyceryl-4 Safflowerseedate is the ester of the fatty acids derived from safflower seed oil and Polyglycerin-4.
What does it do?
Polyglyceryl-4 Safflowerseedate is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Cleansing
helps remove dirt, oil, makeup, and other contaminants from skin or hair
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Film forming
forms a thin continuous film on skin, hair, or nails — used in long-wear makeup, sunscreens, and hairsprays
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Surfactant - cleansing
surfactant whose primary cosmetic role is cleansing — the active workhorse in soaps, shampoos, and body washes
EU regulatory status
Polyglyceryl-4 Safflowerseedate is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the European Union under Regulation 1223/2009. It is not subject to a specific Annex restriction at the time of writing.
Frequently asked questions
What is Polyglyceryl-4 Safflowerseedate?
Polyglyceryl-4 Safflowerseedate is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Polyglyceryl-4 Safflowerseedate is the ester of the fatty acids derived from safflower seed oil and Polyglycerin-4.
Is Polyglyceryl-4 Safflowerseedate allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Polyglyceryl-4 Safflowerseedate is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Polyglyceryl-4 Safflowerseedate do in cosmetic products?
Polyglyceryl-4 Safflowerseedate is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: cleansing, film forming, surfactant - cleansing.
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Source: EU CosIng database (European Commission). This page is derived from public-sector information published by the European Commission. · Last updated: 07/07/2020