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Polyglyceryl-3 Methylglucose Distearate

Explained

Polyglyceryl-3 Methylglucose Distearate is a plant-derived emulsifier whose only job is to keep the oily and watery parts of a formula blended so it doesn't separate into layers.

It's compatible with a wide-range of active ingredients and especially good at making emulsions survive heat/freeze cycles.

Typical use concentrations range from 2-3% and it works across a pH of 4.5-8.5.

This ingredient has been found safe to use in cosmetics and has a low irritation profile.

Because it's build on stearic acid, it may not be fungal acne safe. Stearic acid is a C18 fatty acid that falls within the range (C11-24) that Malassezia can feed on.

See all 1,941 products with Polyglyceryl-3 Methylglucose Distearate

Users who like it
15%
Users who avoid it
85%

What it does

Emulsifying The act of emulsion: a suspension of small globules of one liquid in a second liquid with which the first will not mix

Prevalence

Uncommon Percentage of products that contain it
1.5%
Top categories
Moisturizers
Sunscreens
Treatments
Position Predominant list placement
Top 25%

References

CosIng Data

CosIng ID 78897
INCI Name POLYGLYCERYL-3 METHYLGLUCOSE DISTEARATE
EC #  -
All Functions Emulsifying